The main reason that pregnancy is difficult is that creating a functioning, 8-pound human is hard. First off, that growing human needs a lot of nutrients and calories. You are the only source for those, so your baby will pull them from you. It's especially bad in the first trimester, before the placenta is fully in place. read more
After all, bringing forth a child into this world carries a woman to the very threshold of the Divine, as God passes a precious life to her care. read more
"That some pregnant women seem to be carrying triplets: one in the belly and one in each thigh!" — Arianna "That when you get further into your pregnancy be careful about sneezing and laughing too hard or you might find yourself needing another pair of underwear." — Carrie "To have a bag packed about two months ahead of time. read more