"i had been off birth control for about 3 years after a horrible experience with loestrin 24 fe. i was terrified to get back on the pill. after my partner and i weighed pros and cons, we decided to get on the pill. i&#039;m so glad my doctor prescribed this brand. i was a day 1 starter and immediately i felt relief from cramps. i have had no cramping at all since i started (very much unlike loestrin) and period was light and only 3 days long ( relief). i&#039;ve had to control my emotions at times (i&#039;ve noticed i&#039;m slightly more emotional), my breasts are slightly tender, and my stomach thinks it&#039;s hungry all the time. don&#039;t give into the tummy grumbles! keep yourself on a healthy diet and you will not gain weight (so far no weight gain at all)."