Jan

Ah yes. Maternal Brain Damage! This phenomenon was pointed out to me by my very good friend Greg McHugo — It is believed to be caused by the hormonal changes associated with pregnancy — but especially by the high levels of pitocin excreted during labor (i.s., if Leslie is showing signs now, … %-). In any event, this Brain Damage makes moms very (some would say overly) protective of their young — to dote on them, etc., the way that self-respecting dads — even the most lovin of us don’t. This Brain Damage can be quite amusing to watch, as long as you know what’s going on — and as long as the victim of it has a good sense of humor (As I believe/hope that Leslie does)!! Some women become violent towards you if you point out their MBD-related behaviors. More on Leslie’s developing case, I’m sure, as it develops.

On other fronts, we have signs that Leslie’s body is starting to prepare itself for labor. Most recently her hip hurt — which we think means that the cartelage is softening to increase flexibility to make way for the baby. An amazing set of coordinated changes if you think about it — even though they don’t appear to be all that fun to go through!

In terms of the timing, I would like to make it through Tuesday before the baby comes — that way I can let go of my class in good conscience. However, if it is to be sooner, that’s no problem — my Co-Instructor, Tova Rubin, has things well under control (and probably will do a better job with the class while I’m gone, than I usually do!).

  

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