"i got nexplanon back in february and at first i was very emotional.  was sad about everything.  but it lasted only a month.  after that, i spotted a couple times but nothing heavy, painful or long-lasting.  during that time i also got bad acne on my face which i never had a problem with before.  that was the most embarassing part and lasted a few months.  i called my doctor and they told me to stick it out because side-effects should calm down at the 6 month mark.  i also gained about 15 pounds but that was ok with me because i am super skinny and needed it!  so for about 3 months now, it&#039;s been great!  no mood swings, no cramps, no period, acne cleared up.  just remember it reacts to everyone differently."