I’m really considering changing my birth control. I’m open to anything at this point. Different brand, different strength or even a different method. I am currently on the monthly pill. I’ve been on it since I was 16. I am now 23. I have noticed lately that I am getting intense mood swings. I am extremely sensitive, emotional, irritable and grouchy. I have highs and lows. Not only that but my libido is really low. I am never in the mood. But have noticed when I get to the placebo pills (aka while I am on my period and a little after because it takes awhile for my pharmacy to refill them) my libido comes back. But the minute I start the pills again I am in no mood for the rest of the month. And of course I feel for my partner as I wish I was more sexually active but simply cannot find it in me to be in the mood. I think it is time for a change. Has anyone gone through this? I considered getting a copper IUD as I read a copper IUD is non hormonal. But I’ve Always been afraid to stray from the pill. I have also been trying to manage my weight and would hate to switch methods that cause weight gain or even worse mood swings. Do any of you ladies have a good birth control recommendation? Oh how being a woman is hard. If it were up to me I would stop birth control all together but I am not at all in a position to land pregnant or run the risk. I have also considered looking into vitamins or supplements. Perhaps something natural to ease the mood swings and raise my libido. Desperately need some advice! Thank you ladies. Hoping there’s a rainbow after all this rain!