The fears and paranoia in the weeks before the birth of her first daughter threatened to spoil everything
Pregnancy tests become more affordable if bought in bulk online. And if you’re prepared to forfeit the plastic casing around the thin strip that actually does the business, they’re cheaper still (though there’s a much greater risk of peeing on your hand). I’m a bit of an expert, having taken more than 100 in the space of five weeks. I also know a bit about ultrasound scans. The NHS provides one at 12 and again at 20 weeks pregnant. I needed a bit more reassurance than that; at a cost of almost £2,000 over seven months.
We are sold a rose-tinted view of impending motherhood, bombarded with images of women with neat little bumps, faces radiant with joy and excitement. The message is clear: enjoy this special time.
Related: Joy, fear and hating the word ‘bump’: nine things I learned about pregnancy
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