"i have been really skeptical of birth control as a whole for several years. when my cramps got to the point of being completely debilitating, however, i decided it was time to start my first trial with birth control.  through a recommendation, i started lutera.  so far, the only side effect i&#039;ve experienced is minor soreness in my breasts, and they&#039;ve actually gotten significantly larger- kid you not, b to a small d.  no weight gain, and less of an appetite, actually. (i&#039;m 5&#039;2&quot; 110 lbs.). so far, i&#039;m happy with the pill. fingers crossed!"