birth control
"I've been on the depo shot for almost 8 years. The first two shots were the toughest to go through, but nothing compared to my regular period. I bled so badly before depo I was wearing a pad and tampon, changing both every hour. Incapacitated by the painful cramps and back pain, mood swings. Between the 3rd shot and now, 7 1/2 years later, no period or mood swings. It's been amazing. The only time I spot is when I'm getting close to my due date for my next shot. So a friendly reminder."