"i&#039;ve been on the nuva ring, depo shot, 3 different brands of pills, condoms, and finally switched midwives and she suggested jolivette.  i am a newly married 26 year old elementary school teacher and athlete training for triathlons and i have been able maintain a lower weight.  i still have a sex drive although i have lost my period now for 3 months.  i&#039;m currently an athletic size 10 so weight is not an issue there. the loss of a period leads to having to take monthly pregnancy tests but i&#039;d rather have to take those than having a period or a child with fas.  the only complaints are tender breasts practically constantly and 2-3 constant acne spots on my chin.  easily covered with foundation."