by Monica Wiant | Apr 5, 2007 | Uncategorized
It’s hard for me to believe, but I’ve successfully kept Evangeline alive for over two weeks now.Of course, I can’t take all the credit. Sam unlocked his latent super-Dad gene, and my mother just left town two days ago. Nonetheless, I feel proud of my...
by Monica Wiant | Mar 21, 2007 | Uncategorized
8:20 a.m.:Mood: Bored but cheerful. Pain level: Minimal. Baby: Snug as a bug in a rug.It’s been four hours since we checked into the hospital, and I’ve finally figured out how to a) connect to the wireless network, b) type with one arm connected to an IV...
by Monica Wiant | Mar 21, 2007 | Uncategorized
It’s midnight.In five hours, I’ll be checking into the hospital. Then, if all goes as planned, it is highly probably that my daughter will be born sometime tomorrow.It’s almost too much to comprehend.I’m running the gamut of emotions right...
by Monica Wiant | Mar 17, 2007 | Uncategorized
Dear Cadbury Company,I understand that, in the Christian tradition, Lent is a time of conscious suffering. Enduring Gestational Diabetes while your delicious products beckon from the grocery shelves has been my personal walk through the desert (on swollen feet). For...
by Monica Wiant | Mar 8, 2007 | Uncategorized
There’s a Ras-Birthday on the horizon.This morning, my doctor told me that, barring any unforeseen developments, she’d like to induce labor on March 21st.It’s reassuring to have the date set. It’s a bit later than I expected (39 weeks and 1...
by Monica Wiant | Mar 1, 2007 | Uncategorized
If you read last night’s blog, you might be wondering where I (and Rasbaby) ended up after today’s checkup.I’m not in the hospital, and I’m sitting up in a chair, so things went better than I expected.My blood pressure was borderline-high, so...
by Monica Wiant | Feb 28, 2007 | Uncategorized
Be ready.Ever since I was diagnosed with gestational diabetes over two months ago, my doctor has been trying to prepare me for the possible medical interventions that Rasbaby and I might need.Be ready for a lot of medical tests. Be ready for an amniocentisis. Be ready...
by Monica Wiant | Feb 11, 2007 | Uncategorized
Yesterday, Sam and I attended a baby shower thrown in our honor.Even though they’re usually hokey, I love baby and bridal showers. I love helping people celebrate joyful milestones. I love giving gifts.Mostly, I love the feeling of anticipation that permeates...
by Monica Wiant | Feb 2, 2007 | Uncategorized
Yesterday, I went to the doctor for a Rasbaby checkup. It was great to see her on the ultrasound, although I’m a little disappointed that I didn’t get to take home any photos.Here’s what I learned about my favorite little fetus:She weighs...
by Monica Wiant | Jan 31, 2007 | Uncategorized
I used to think it was silly to speak of pregnancy in anything but absolutes.Could someone really be “very pregnant” or “kind of pregnant?” Wasn’t it a yes/no situation? A matter of black and white, or, as the test would indicate, pink or...
