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Shocking Things That Happen During (And After) Birth That Are Totally Normal
Full List:
Breasts May Leak
Pushing Might Cause Hemorrhoids
Vomiting During Labor is Likely
The Shakes May Hit
Personality Changes Ahead
The Baby May Not Be the First thing Pushed Out
Clothing Is Optional
You May Be Given Oxygen, For The Baby
Tears Happen
You Won't Like The Massage
Baby May Look Strange at First
Baby Will Be Hungry
Labor Doesn't End After The Baby
There Will Be Blood
Contractions Won't End After Birth
You May Need Help Pooping
You'll Make New Friends
Leaks are Common
Prepare For Heat
Consider Buying New Shoes
Hair Will Fall Out
Sex May Be "Different" For Awhile
Your Body May Need Nine Months (Or More) To Feel Normal Again
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