So I went on the birth control pill back in july, but im in the army and I got sent overseas, so when I tried getting a refil about a month ago there was problems scheduling me an appointment to get my prescription refilled (which i just got last week), and wow, I sure forgot how much your period can suck with out the pill. This last period has been longer, heavier, and more painful then it has been in months. If you dont think your period is that regular or you think its heavier then it could be, I would suggest going to a doctor and going on the pill. I really forgot what it was like to have a "normal" period and it sucks, and its worth the short uncomfortableness/inconvience, at least to try out for a few months. heh, just my 2 cents.