Chatting with the Doc

Dr. Bannister, Leah's OB/GYN, returned my call last night. A day and a half after I left a message, but hey, why be picky? I'm the analytical, let's-dissect-this-from-every-angle one in our marriage, so sombody has to do it, right?

I'm not as worried as I was before she called. Which is good. It's still a long road ahead, but the results of Monday's blood tests will determine just how "bumpy" the road will be. Leah and I both realize that there are numerous opportunities for both of us to better care for our body; it just so happens that her doing so will probably make conceiving and a subsequent pregnancy a bit more smooth. Or a LOT more smooth. But we've started down the path. Suddenly there's an unspoken sentiment that we aren't just doing it for ourselves.

The "not knowing" part is hardest. For example, we both decided to use this year's vacation time sparingly because of the potential of a maternity leave late in the year. But if we aren't pregnant by the end of March, we're talking 2006 before a kid comes (which means the 2007 tax return, which is REALLY depressing). But Monday should provide some answers and give us a clearer outlook. Time will tell....

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