“Follow the restrictions I asked for.

If I choose to speak to him, I want you and a hospital representative present.

I don’t want a custody argument at the bed.”

She said she would coordinate the legal side and asked staff to confirm their own responsibilities.

The hospital would handle its patient and newborn safeguards; it would not be asked to adjudicate a divorce.

I told her about the previous pregnancy, leaving the analyst role, and the consulting I had continued.

“Do you have your work records?”