Learn more about the health consequences of sleep loss. If you're concerned about having trouble falling asleep or staying asleep, assess your risk for a sleep disorder. It's wonderful that you got a good night's sleep last night. Many people struggle to do so.
Some women worry about weight gain or increased premenstrual symptoms after stopping the pill. It has been shown that birth control pills that are higher in oestrogen may cause weight gain and water retention.
Most side effects of the pill are not serious. The most common side effects are nausea, vomiting, bleeding between menstrual periods, weight gain, breast tenderness, and difficulty wearing contact lenses. These side effects, especially nausea, vomiting, and breakthrough bleeding may subside within the first three months of use. The serious side effects of the pill occur very infrequently, especially if you are in good health and are young.