A Bundle of Joy 1: Baby Wanted (BWWM Interracial Romance) by Roxy Wilson Read Free Book Online Page A

happened—sometimes for no reason at all. That entire chapter about miscarrying made her sick to her stomach, but she’d forced herself to read it. Then she’d said a prayer that she’d make it through the entire pregnancy without a mishap.
    As she breezed through the door of the waiting room, Heather tensed at all the waiting faces. Some of the women were massively pregnant, but a few were barely showing, if at all. Heather gravitated toward an empty chair in the far corner, glancing at her watch on the way. She’d arrived ten minutes early, which meant she had almost a half-hour before Sean got there. Magazines littered each little end table, but she was too nervous to read.
    “I’m Tasha.” A slim black girl reached across the narrow aisle, hand outstretched in greeting.
    “Heather.” They shook and Heather smiled. “You don’t look very pregnant.”
    Tasha laughed. “Neither do you.”
    Heather rubbed her belly. “I’m four weeks. Today’s my first appointment.”
    “I’m six. Ditto on the first appointment.”
    Heather and Tasha fell into an easy conversation about the books they’d read and which parts terrified them the most. Before Sean showed up, Tasha got called in to her appointment. She waved at Heather and said she hoped to see her again. Heather wished her luck and settled back into the chair.
    That was weird, she thought. Never in her life had she been able to carry on a conversation with a stranger, and never one that left her aching for more. She should have gotten her number… not that she’d have been able to come right out and ask for that.
    Sean arrived just as the nurse called Heather’s name. He gave her a sheepish shrug and settled his hand on the small of her back as they walked through the hallway toward the exam room. Heather stepped on the scale; she hadn’t gained any weight yet.
    As she slipped her shoes back on, Tasha peeked out from a neighboring room. “Oh good! Here.” She held out a folded piece of paper toward Heather. “I was going to sneak out to the waiting room and give you this.” She shrugged. “It’s my number if you want to call sometime and go grab a bit to eat or something.”
    Heather hesitated and Sean gently pushed her forward until she stood next to Tasha. She took the note and smiled. “Thanks. I’d really like that.”
    The nurse ushered Heather away, but she glanced over her shoulder at Tasha’s pretty face. Tasha waved and Heather returned the good-bye. Maybe this pregnancy thing was going to give her more than just a baby. Sean linked their fingers as they stepped inside the exam room.
    After all, it already had.
    The exam was simple and easy, with the doctor explaining what to expect and how often she wanted to see Heather. Sean was riveted on every word and that made Heather all tingly inside. And it gave her courage to ask the questions that she’d thought were silly.
    “I know I’m not supposed to feel the baby moving, but I swear I can. Is that normal?”
    “Perfectly. Some women feel it earlier.” The doctor smiled. “What other questions do you have? I know sometimes it can be a little daunting the first time around.”
    “Well, I know I’m not really supposed to be eating for two just yet, but sometimes I crave the silliest stuff. Yesterday I was dying for a cream puff. Is it okay?”
    “You’re in great shape, Heather. As long as you keep an eye on it and keep your cravings in moderation, I’m fine with a splurge every now and then. What I really want is for you to ensure that you’re eating enough fruits and veggies. Drink lots of water too.” The doctor turned to Sean. “Can you help her with those? Maybe cook dinner a couple nights a week.”
    Sean sat up straighter in his chair. “Absolutely. I can cook every night if I need to. Should she be off her feet at nights? Should she be resting more?”
    “No.” She addressed Heather. “I want you to stay as active as possible, but don’t add any new exercises until