I looovvveed the implant. I had mine in for a year before deciding to remove it and TTC. I didn't have a period the whole time except for some spotting about 6 weeks after getting it. I did get some acne with it though. It is fine to have while BFing as it 's the same as the mini-pill. I'm pretty sure you can take the mini-pill as a test to see how you go on the hormones if you want- it would be cheaper than getting the Implanon in and out.