This was my first time using birth control, and I hope my body is just still adjusting, because I am not a fan of it at all. I'm only one month in, but the side effects are not ok. Before birth control, my period was every 30 days for 4 days consistently, and I would have mediocre cramps or aches for 2 days max. So, far my prescription has lengthened my period from the normal 4 days to 8 days, given me cramps for 12 days, which started before my actual period and increased in the pain significantly once my period started. So much so that Midol is not subsiding the pain. Plus, it started my period 10 days late. However, the doctor is very helpful, polite, and easy to work with. Everything is virtual, which makes it super convenient. I will be trying a new prescription after the third month if these side affects remain, and it is very easy to change.