"i had my nexplanon inserted 3 years ago from october 2016. our experiences are unique to us depending on our environment. for me i had the implant inserted a few months before i left to college. college alone is an emotional roller coaster and having this implant just inserted did not mix well. i became very moody and depressed. i visited with a therapist weekly. however i was also in an environment that was new to me and away from friends and family. i too spotted for many months, but within the last 2 years i began to regulate every 28 days. as a birth control it does the job, no pregnancies/scares, however if you&#039;re an emotional person or get agitated with spotting i would not recommend it. i will have a nexplanon reinsertion soon."