stopping the BC pill

Hi, I've been on the pill for almost 15 years and I really don't want to take them anymore. Not looking to get pregrant, just don't want the chemicals in my body anymore. I've been reading about how hard it's been for many women after coming off the pill-anxiety, mood swings, weight gain, hair loss, etc. I tried to stop taking them a couple years ago, but went back on because the skin on my face became so oily. Sounds silly, but it was out of control oily!

I know it's going to be tough. If anyone has gone through this, I'd love to hear about your experience. What can I do to ease the transition? I'm prone to anxiety/depression but have managed without meds for about a year now (used to take anti-depressants for about 8 years). I take a low estrogen pill (microgestin fe) now and I'm 3 days in on a new pack. Would it be bad to stop now or should I just finish the pills for the rest of the month?

Thanks in advance for any advice!

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