“You and your baby are going home today, Tabitha. Aren’t we glad?” Dr. Tablus asked me cheerily. Yes, I was. This was my first pregnancy and it had taught me a lot of interesting things, the last of which has changed my perspective about having children forever. I had a smooth pregnancy, I mean, no morning sickness, no loss of appetite, no crazy cravings, I had that pregnancy glow which made many people compliment me every time. I was strong; I could walk the distance and carry loads that were safe for pregnancy. I only went to the hospital when my antenatal visit was due. Everything was great until my due date came. And passed. And I had still not delivered. I remember my midwife recommending a hospital stay until I had delivered, which I had been against. I mean, if my baby was rea...
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