I work as a midwife and am blessed to be the requested Witness at the birth and development of families. During pregnancy and the anticipated birth time I listen to men and women about their joys, confusions and anxieties of welcoming a new baby, a new grandchild, a new partner, a new sibling, dog, cat. During the birth year, the transformation of lives is more vast and complex than most can ever have imagined as they began their journey.Because what they are facing as much as anything is a math [...]