There was a long pause, and then a soft "Oh." And then after another pause, a longer. "Oh!"

"Was this planned? You've waited a long time since William was born. I hope you are taking care of yourself. Remember last time you were on bed rest most of the time. What does William think? Is he excited about being a big brother?"

She could have asked more questions, but she finally ran out of breath and had to pause again.