"best hormonal contraception i&#039;ve tried. originally used the cheap levlen brand, which made me emotional and gain weight. also tried implanon, the arm implant, but continually spotted for a year before having it removed. nurse prescribed yaz for me after an unwanted pregnancy. it made my periods lighter and shorter, and not as painful; i have no side effects or mood swings; my skin is clearer, and i haven&#039;t added any weight because of it. i like that it has 24 active pills and i often skip periods. the only downside is the price - it&#039;s quite expensive in australia."