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Labor Pains

Home from the hospital for over a week.  Hard to believe; the eat-sleep-diaper change cycle (or sleep-diaper change-eat or diaper-change-eat-diaper-change-sleep-diaper change-diaper change-eat-diaper change cycle) has made the days and nights all sort of blend...

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Introducing Elisabeth

Hi Folks. I need to apologize for my recent blogging absence; I was having a baby.  Elisabeth Lucy was born last Monday, 11/21, meaning we were home in time for Thanksgiving!  She is perfect. Despite the fact that all she does is sleep and eat, she seems to be taking...

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My Depressing Day with the Doc

Last Tuesday was the day I found out I was going to be pregnant forever. At 39 weeks + 5 days, I went to the doctor for an exam.  I was strangely nervous, thinking this appointment would predict when I would be put out of my misery.  I mean, when I would get to cradle...

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The Waiting Game

Ever come across those women who claim they just looove being pregnant?  That it makes them feel empowered and sexy and strong?  (If you haven't, try your local yoga studio or Whole Foods grocery store.) I'm calling their bluff. Today is my due date, and Lord help me,...

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Did You Really Just Say That? Part II

A few days ago, I hope you got a laugh - at my expense - reading about the embarrassingly inappropriate comments people have made to me during my pregnancy.  Just to clarify, I'm not actually offended by any of these because that would mean I'm totally humorless.  And...

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