"i got my nexplanon at my 6 week pp app after my son. it didn&#039;t hurt at all. i was just a little bruised after. i&#039;ve been iffy about it when people ask me if i recommend it or not. pros: no weight gain, no pill, light periods. cons: multiple of periods a month (usually 2 but have had up to 4), irregular. my periods vary i can have 2 five day periods. i could have 4 three day periods days apart. or i can have 1 really long one. the long ones usually last around 9-11 days. but after getting it alittle over a year ago i am considering getting it removed.  i was on my period for 5 days, stopped for 2 days, then i started again..14 days later i&#039;m tired of it. i liked nexplanon until now. it&#039;s usually light but its heavy this time. good luck!"