"my doctor gave me this birth control because i wanted one that was more natural and less damaging to the body. i&#039;ve been on it for 5 months now and i&#039;m still not getting my periods when i&#039;m suppose to. they come randomly each month, however, i get slight cramping the day before to warn me. they&#039;re very light and for about 4 days. i&#039;ve gained close to 10 lbs. i&#039;ve changed my diet dramatically and i&#039;m working out, so i know it&#039;s the pill. other side effects include (painful) breast tenderness and hunger.  it&#039;s very expensive. i&#039;m giving it 2 more months to finish my 2 packs and then i&#039;m switching to a different birth control if i don&#039;t see any changes. the nurse said this is all normal."