"this is my first experience with using birth control. i have just became sexually active this year, and swallowing a pill terrified me, so this option seemed a lot better. this birth control does what it says it will do, it prevents pregnancy. however, my periods used to be regular and now they could last from 7-12 days. also, i could spot for a couple of days and then stop. that is the only problem that i am having, but i would recommend it to someone (just be aware of the irregular period cycles)."