"i&#039;m 35 years old and am taking birth control for the first time in my life. this is week 3 on this pill. at first i was excited because my dr said it will not only protect me from getting pregnant but also increase my breast size and hair growth. but after 3 weeks on this pill, i&#039;m ready to throw in the towel. yes my breast increased in size but my mood swings are getting the best of me. i&#039;m constantly irritable, tired and am experiencing food cravings. i&#039;m very active, workout 6 days a week. i&#039;m very strict with my diet. however, after starting these pills i&#039;m constantly hungry, have no discipline and i&#039;ve gained 6 lbs.  i&#039;m sure a lot is water weight but the mood swings are just terrible. i&#039;m going to try and stick it out though."