birth control
"I loved the depo shot. I was on it for just under two years,  and had no problems.  I used this as my only form of protection since I am in a committed relationship.  My only slight issue is that I gained alot of weight (about 70 pounds). My doctor believes this is due to the stress of a new job,  a promotion,  And some life changes, not the depo.  I quit the shot in order to confirm, it's been almost three months and I'm still gaining weight,  so maybe the doctor was right. I had no other side affects,  And no period,  from the day I started. I haven't gotten my period back in the last three months. I plan to go back on the shot very soon.  It's the most convenient by far,  And despite the horror stories,  I've never had a problem."