I first started with the progestin only pills. in the beginning (first monthish) i had some break through bleeding.. at first it wasnt too bad, but eventually it was almost like i was having my period. this eventually turned into me getting my period twice a month. i also had crazy moods on this one. however, there was no weight gain at all and no acne troubles.

I have just recently started aviane and i have the mood swings, but not nearly as often. i get a few pimples from it, but its not that bad. i have gained maybe like 2 pounds from it, but i've only been on it for about a month.

good luck!