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Ruminations on Sir’s birth
Earlier this year, I finally caved to spousal pressure and started reading Robert Jordan’s epic fantasy series, The Wheel of Time. Relatively early in the series, the main character, Rand al’Thor receives a wound that, at least as of the … Continue reading
The big what-if
Last year, at 37 1/2 weeks pregnant, I had what would be my second-to-last prenatal appointment. I didn’t know it then, but I would later revisit this day and the subsequent decision I made with much regret.
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Tagged Caesarean section, childbirth, midwifery, pregnancy, Ultrasound
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2011 Year End Review — The First Half
Pregnancy, international travel, major surgery, and a new baby, all superimposed on the usual topics of biking, food, and gardening. Here’s a look back at 2011. Already increasing my carbon footprint I mean that in a very loving and motherly … Continue reading
Two pair no more
It seems like just yesterday that I was writing this post about my maternity wardrobe and being rather content with the simplicity of my limited options. Nonetheless, I was looking forward to wearing some of my pre-pregnancy clothes. When I … Continue reading
How to make a placenta smoothie
Or not. Sorry, I couldn’t resist that title, but if you really want to know how to make a placenta smoothie, you’ll have to look elsewhere. I opted for the much more palatable encapsulation. The Placenta — To Eat or … Continue reading
Under the knife
Two weeks ago today I underwent major surgery . . . for a tummy tuck and a boob job. Okay, not exactly, but it kind of looks like it 😉 Here’s what really happened.
The best laid plans . . .
May go awry . . . . . . but they can still have happy endings 🙂
