Couvade's syndrome...

Couvade's Syndrome is the common but poorly understood phenomenon whereby the expectant father experiences somatic symptoms during the pregnancy for which there is no recognized physiological basis. Symptoms commonly include indigestion, increased or decreased appetite, weight gain, diarrhea or constipation, headache, and toothache. Onset is usually during the third gestational month with a secondary rise in the late third trimester. Symptoms generally resolve with childbirth. Couvade has been seen as an expression of somatized anxiety, pseudo-sibling rivalry, identification with the fetus, ambivalence about fatherhood, a statement of paternity, or parturition envy. It is likely that the dynamics of couvade may vary between individuals and may be multidetermined. Unless the other diagnosis is KIDNEY STONES!

Yes, my poor husband had fever off and on for a week. I sent him for a CT scan today, revealing 2 kidney stones. Most medical professionals equate passing kidney stones to birthing a baby. In his case, he's looking at twins! : ) After some blood work in the next couple of days, we will schedule an appointment with a nephrologist for a follow-up.

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On another note, I think we may have come up with a name- Jayla Shae Leggett. What do you think?