If you have to give birth, shouldn't it be in a resort?

Anyone that knows me knows I am a wimp when it comes to all things medical. I generally faint when I get a needle, not counting the last 2 times, thanks to my breathing coach, Mr. Cookie! I recognize the signs of fainting instantly now and can prevent it by lying down, breathing and having water. I learned this as I was about to faint from having my ear cleaned out. Just one ear, the doc gave up after the first when he realized what a freakshow I was.

So one might wonder how I plan on getting a baby out of me? Maybe no one wonders, but me...

I still don't have an answer to that question but if you have to worry about getting a baby out of you, shouldn't it be in a fluffy place that has the best medical facilities but resembles a day spa? We went to our first birthing class at our hospital and were in awe of it. You pull up to a circular driveway where there is complimentary valet ready to park your car and let you get on to more important things. Important things could mean going to the spa they have inside but in my case it would mean delivering Baby Cookie.

The main floor has high tech conference rooms, a spa (with a shop selling essential oils, candles, fancy robes, etc.), Starbucks, a soothing fountain, comfy chairs and an overall feeling of comfort. I am told each birthing/delivery room is equipped with an iPod dock for easy listening in between screams of terror. The hospital is WiFi ready for speedy picture sharing and webcam visits for our family in England. We have an official tour next week and I look forward to seeing it all.

The L&D nurse conducting our class is amazing and has managed to make me feel a little less freaked out by the whole experience, anyone that can do that has got to be amazing.

Hey, look at the time, it's 3:30am. And people wonder if I am prepared to not sleep with a new baby in the house. Bring it!