I use Levlen, which are pills. I was nervous at first to start them because of the side effects, but I haven't had any side effects really. Well none of the bad ones. If she smokes all of the side effects increase. I've been on Levlen for a while now and as long as you remember take your pill EVERY DAY everything is good. it's not hard, just set your alarm on your phone! I heard the patch gives you blood clots, and I don't like needles. The worst thing about birth control is deciding wether to get on it or not, once your on it, it's great!!