Sparklingdot: The only problem is that the patch doesn't seem to have adjustable doses. It's all or nothing. And I would try the pill, but I am horrible with remembering stuff like that every day... so for now, I still prefer the convenience of the patch.
Lucky Girl: Hmm, I hadn't thought of trying it on my belly-hip area... been using it on the butt since I started, as I think of that place as being less obvious when wearing a swimsuit. Maybe I'll give it a go.
And I'm glad to know that someone else uses backup!!
We miss the feeling of not using a condom (tried it long enough to like it), but in the long run, we very much want to avoid having children when they are not planned. So a little backup is okay for now...