Finding out that you're pregnant can be super exciting - or super not. Lots of different emotions can arise along with such life-changing news, but for the most part, women are expected to keep the negative ones hidden.
Michaela expressed the emotions a lot of women likely feel but aren't necessarily encouraged to share. "I'm not excited, I'm freaked out," she told her sister. "This was not supposed to happen ... this was not in my life plan."
A surprise pregnancy can be complicated and downright terrifying, even if you're in a supportive relationship and/or already have children. Pregnancy can significantly impact a mother's health, including complications like anxiety and depression.
Pregnancy can significantly impact a mother's health. Common complications include high blood pressure, gestational diabetes, preeclampsia, anxiety and depression, amongst others. It's no joke, and it's ok to worry about the potential impact on your health!
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