So, what's up?

Ilana's ready to have the baby out. Today's my birthday. My parents and grandmother are flying in today to be around for the little one. I think we're ready to go. Not much else to report.

On a side note, I guess I have an interesting observation on the world of obstetrics. Every pregnancy book on the market goes in-depth talking about all kinds of different positions in which to give birth, and all kinds of different environments (such as giving birth in a tub of water) that are supposed to make much more sense for the mother and the physics of birthing. Yet, very few obstetricians and hospitals seem to allow for such "radical" procedures. There's a disconnect there that's weird. It's unfortunate, as Ilana's really read up on stuff and some of the things in the books make a lot of sense and appeal to us, but to do those things we'd have to use a midwife which would be an unnecessary risk. I guess some day some "radical" obstetrician and/or hospital will change the whole system.

Happy New Year if you celebrate Rosh Hashana!