New To Depo

Good luck with the Depo shots. As per conversation w/ my Doctor, some people have continuous spotting on Depo and with others such as myself, there is none at all. I have had a great experience with this birth control, with the exception of having a slightly more difficult time loosing weight than I used to. However, I have always had a bit of a weight problem, and the weight loss thing could just be me getting a little older and the metabolism slowing down.
Anyway, I have had two different doctors tell me that Depo does not cause any more weight gain than any other birth control which should be max 5 pounds and the body should even itself out. So I wouldn`t worry about putting on any more weight and yes of course cardio exercise should solve all your problems..(it would solve all mine too if I was motivated to do it :)
Good luck...
Sarah

I have used Depo from 1995 to 2002. I also have hypothryoidism as well. I have gone off depo three times thinking that it might be a part of the reason why I cannot lose weight. I am a dancer with a lot of muscle and at 5`4" weigh about 130-135 lbs (size 8). But all three times I have gained more weight(about 20 lbs each time) on birth control that has estrogen. I realize that depo is the best choice for me. I am more emotionally even keel, no mood swings, no periods with only 2 times that I had spotting, no cramps, no anything it was great.
It is not for everyone. Some friends have gained up to 35 lbs. And have had spotting for up to 3 shots. And if you want any more children I wouldn`t recommend. It can take up to 6 mos to even regain your menstrual cycle. I went off in June 2002 and had my first period in December 2002.
I am on no birth control at the moment because I wanted to give my body a break from all hormones.

Wishing you the best,
Lynn