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 What to Expect<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

For a lot of moms, the second trimester feels like a turning point.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You may finally be getting a little relief from the nausea. Your energy might start coming back. Food may sound good again. And for the first time, pregnancy can begin to feel less like something you are surviving and more like something you can actually settle into.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But that does not mean the second trimester is symptom-free.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Not even close.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your body is still changing quickly, your belly is growing, your baby is developing, and new symptoms may replace the ones you thought you were finally leaving behind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So if you are entering the second trimester and wondering what is normal, what might surprise you, and what deserves a call to your OB-GYN or prenatal care provider, let\u2019s talk through it together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The second trimester generally runs from week 14 through week 27.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For many women, this is the stage when pregnancy starts becoming more visible, more physical, and honestly, a little more real.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You May Finally Start Feeling More Like Yourself<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If your first trimester was rough, the second trimester can feel like someone finally opened a window.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The nausea may ease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You may be able to eat more normally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You might not need a nap after every small task.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your brain may feel clearer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And you may suddenly realize that you have enough energy to do more than simply get through the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That can be such a relief.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But if you are reading this and thinking, Well, I am in my second trimester and I still feel awful,<\/em> please do not panic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Symptoms do not follow a calendar perfectly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Some women continue to experience nausea and fatigue well into the second trimester. Others feel better earlier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pregnancy is not going to flip a switch exactly at week 14.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your body gets its own timeline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your Belly Is Going to Start Feeling More Real<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is usually the stage when your bump begins becoming much more obvious.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your uterus is growing, your baby is growing, and your body is slowly making room for both.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You may notice your clothes fitting differently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your waistband may suddenly feel uncomfortable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You might start reaching for maternity clothes or looser outfits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And maybe for the first time, other people start noticing too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That can be exciting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It can also feel strange.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Watching your body change so quickly is emotional, even when you are happy about the pregnancy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You may love your bump.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You may feel awkward about it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You may feel both in the same day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of that is normal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Round Ligament Pain May Catch You Completely Off Guard<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is one of those symptoms people do not always warn you about clearly enough.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You move too quickly, stand up, cough, sneeze, or roll over in bed and suddenly feel a sharp pulling pain low in your belly or groin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And your first thought is usually, What was that?<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Round ligament pain can happen as the ligaments supporting your uterus stretch with your growing pregnancy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It can feel sharp, pulling, aching, or brief.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sometimes it is more noticeable on one side.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Moving slowly, changing position carefully, and supporting your belly as it grows may help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But there is an important difference between brief stretching discomfort and severe or persistent pain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If abdominal pain is strong, worsening, constant, or comes with bleeding, fever, contractions, vomiting, or other concerning symptoms, contact your healthcare provider.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Not every pain in pregnancy should automatically be blamed on stretching.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your Back May Start Complaining<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As your belly grows, your posture changes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And your lower back may have opinions about that.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You may notice aching after standing for long periods, discomfort after sitting, or soreness at the end of the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pregnancy hormones can also loosen ligaments, which may contribute to discomfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Supportive shoes can help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So can gentle movement, stretching, changing positions often, and being mindful of how you lift things.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If back pain becomes severe, comes in regular waves, occurs with pelvic pressure, bleeding, fluid leakage, or other symptoms that concern you, call your provider.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sometimes back pain is simply back pain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sometimes it deserves a closer look.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You May Start Feeling Your Baby Move<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This can be one of the most magical parts of the second trimester.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

At first, you may not even be sure what you are feeling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It can feel like bubbles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tiny flutters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Little taps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Almost like a muscle twitch inside your belly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You may think, Was that the baby?<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Then it happens again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And eventually, you know.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many first-time moms notice movement later than women who have been pregnant before, simply because they do not know what the sensation feels like yet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Placenta position and other factors can also affect when movement becomes noticeable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So please do not panic if someone else felt movement earlier than you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your pregnancy does not have to match theirs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As the weeks pass, movement usually becomes easier to recognize and more consistent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your healthcare provider will guide you later in pregnancy on when changes in movement should be reported.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your Appetite May Come Back Stronger<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After weeks of nausea or food aversions, suddenly being hungry again can feel amazing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You may notice yourself eating more often or needing snacks between meals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That makes sense.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your body has increasing energy and nutrient needs as pregnancy progresses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But \u201ceating for two\u201d does not mean you need to double your food intake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The goal is not to eat as much as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is to choose a variety of nourishing foods and listen to your hunger cues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Protein, fruits, vegetables, whole grains, healthy fats, and calcium-rich foods can all help support you during pregnancy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And yes, there will still be days when the baby apparently decides that only one very specific food sounds acceptable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That is pregnancy too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Heartburn May Become a New Companion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You may have escaped nausea only to discover heartburn.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pregnancy hormones can relax the muscle between your stomach and esophagus, and as your uterus grows, there is also increasing pressure inside your abdomen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That combination can make reflux more noticeable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You may feel burning in your chest, a sour taste, burping, or discomfort after meals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Smaller meals may feel easier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You may also notice that certain foods trigger symptoms more than others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If heartburn is becoming frequent or uncomfortable, talk with your healthcare provider about pregnancy-safe treatment options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You do not have to spend the rest of pregnancy sleeping upright and regretting dinner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Constipation May Still Be Hanging Around<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Unfortunately, some first-trimester symptoms do not get the memo that they are supposed to leave.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Constipation can continue during the second trimester.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pregnancy hormones can slow digestion, and prenatal vitamins containing iron may sometimes contribute too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Drinking enough water, eating fiber-rich foods, and staying gently active can help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If constipation becomes painful or persistent, talk with your provider about safe options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do not feel embarrassed bringing this up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pregnancy care teams talk about bowel movements all day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You are not going to shock anyone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your Skin May Start Changing<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The second trimester can bring some very visible changes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You may notice your skin darkening in certain areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A dark line may appear down the center of your abdomen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Some women notice darker patches on the face.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stretch marks may start appearing as your belly and breasts grow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You may also notice changes in acne, oiliness, or dryness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Some women get the famous \u201cpregnancy glow.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Others get pregnancy acne and would like to have a serious conversation with whoever invented the glow narrative.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Both are normal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your skin is responding to hormonal changes, increased blood flow, and physical stretching.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you are using skincare treatments, especially acne products, check with your healthcare provider about whether they are pregnancy-safe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your Breasts May Keep Growing Even If They Hurt Less<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Breast tenderness may ease during the second trimester, but your breasts are still preparing for feeding your baby.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You may notice them getting larger or fuller.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your nipples and areolas may become darker.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The veins may look more noticeable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Some women may even notice small amounts of colostrum later in pregnancy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That can be completely normal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you notice a new breast lump, unusual redness, significant pain, or another change that concerns you, bring it up with your healthcare provider rather than assuming pregnancy explains everything.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nasal Congestion Can Suddenly Become a Thing<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You may feel like you have a cold without actually being sick.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pregnancy hormones and increased blood volume can cause swelling in the tissues lining your nose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That can lead to stuffiness, congestion, and sometimes nosebleeds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It can be annoying, especially at night.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A humidifier, saline spray, and staying hydrated may help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you are considering cold or allergy medication, check with your healthcare provider first rather than assuming something you normally take is automatically fine during pregnancy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your Gums May Bleed More Easily<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Pregnancy affects your mouth too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your gums may become more sensitive, swollen, or prone to bleeding when you brush or floss.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That can be related to hormonal changes and increased blood flow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do not stop brushing or flossing because you see a little blood.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Good dental care still matters during pregnancy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Routine dental care is generally important, and you should let your dentist know you are pregnant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you have significant gum swelling, pain, or signs of infection, get it checked.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Oral health is still part of pregnancy health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You May Start Feeling Pressure Lower in Your Pelvis<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As your uterus gets bigger, you may notice a feeling of heaviness or pressure in your lower abdomen or pelvis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sometimes this is simply your body adjusting to the growing pregnancy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You may feel it more after being on your feet for a long time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But strong pelvic pressure, especially if it comes with regular tightening, back pain, bleeding, or fluid leakage before term, should be discussed with your provider promptly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You do not have to decide whether something \u201ccounts\u201d as concerning before calling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That is what your maternity team is there for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Headaches Can Still Happen<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Headaches can continue into the second trimester.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dehydration, poor sleep, hunger, stress, posture changes, and hormonal shifts can all contribute.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Try not to go too long without eating, drink enough fluids, and rest when you can.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you need medication, ask your healthcare provider what is appropriate during pregnancy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A severe or persistent headache deserves more attention, especially if it comes with vision changes, swelling, upper abdominal pain, or other concerning symptoms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As pregnancy progresses, your provider may want to evaluate these symptoms promptly because high blood pressure disorders can develop during pregnancy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do not ignore a headache that feels very different from your usual headaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You May Notice Dizziness When You Stand Up<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Your circulatory system is adapting throughout pregnancy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sometimes that means you stand up too quickly and feel lightheaded.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hot showers, dehydration, long periods without food, and standing for too long can make it worse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Move slowly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Keep snacks nearby.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stay hydrated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And sit down if you feel dizzy rather than trying to push through it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you faint, have severe or persistent dizziness, or feel dizzy along with bleeding, chest pain, significant shortness of breath, or another concerning symptom, seek medical advice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your Sleep May Start Becoming More Complicated<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You might finally have more energy during the day and then discover that sleeping comfortably is becoming harder.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your belly is growing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You may need to pee at night.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Heartburn may show up as soon as you lie down.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your hips may ache.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And somehow your brain remembers every unfinished task the moment your head hits the pillow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pregnancy pillows can help some women get more comfortable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So can experimenting with different positions and adding extra support between your knees or under your belly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ask your provider if you have questions about sleep positions as pregnancy progresses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And if sleep problems become severe, bring them up at your prenatal appointment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rest matters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Leg Cramps May Wake You Up in the Middle of the Night<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You are sleeping peacefully and suddenly your calf decides to stage a full emergency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Leg cramps can become more common during pregnancy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They often happen at night and can be surprisingly painful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Gentle stretching, staying hydrated, and regular movement may help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If one leg becomes significantly swollen, red, warm, or painful, especially compared with the other leg, contact your healthcare provider promptly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That is different from an ordinary muscle cramp and needs medical attention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Swelling Can Begin to Appear<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A little swelling in your feet or ankles can happen as pregnancy progresses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You may notice shoes feeling tighter by the end of the day or sock marks becoming more obvious.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your body is carrying more fluid, and your growing uterus can affect circulation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mild swelling can be common.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But sudden swelling, especially in your face or hands, or swelling accompanied by severe headache, vision changes, or upper abdominal pain should be reported promptly to your healthcare provider.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Those symptoms deserve attention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You May Feel More Emotional Even When You Feel Physically Better<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The second trimester often comes with more physical comfort, but emotionally, pregnancy may begin feeling more real.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your belly is showing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You may be feeling your baby move.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You may have started planning a nursery, talking about names, thinking about maternity leave, or imagining what life will actually look like once the baby arrives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That can bring excitement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It can also bring fear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You may suddenly start worrying about labor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Or whether you will know how to care for a newborn.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Or whether your relationship will change.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Or whether you are ready financially.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can be happy and overwhelmed at exactly the same time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is room for both.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If anxiety or sadness becomes persistent or starts affecting your ability to function, tell your healthcare provider.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pregnancy mental health matters throughout all three trimesters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You May Have an Anatomy Ultrasound During This Trimester<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

One major second-trimester milestone for many moms is the anatomy ultrasound, often performed around the middle of pregnancy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This scan looks at your baby’s development in more detail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Depending on your situation, the sonographer and healthcare team may look at your baby’s anatomy, growth, placenta, amniotic fluid, and other aspects of the pregnancy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For a lot of moms, this appointment feels exciting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It can also make you nervous.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That is completely understandable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You may walk in hoping for reassurance and spend the whole scan trying to read the sonographer’s face.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Try not to.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The person performing the ultrasound may need to concentrate and may not be able to explain everything in real time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your healthcare provider can review the findings with you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And sometimes babies are simply not in the right position to get every image needed, which may mean another scan is recommended.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That does not automatically mean something is wrong.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sometimes your baby is just being very uncooperative before they are even born.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You May Start Comparing Your Belly to Everyone Else’s<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This happens so easily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You see another pregnant woman who is the same number of weeks and her belly looks completely different.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Then someone tells you that you are \u201ccarrying small.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Someone else says you look \u201chuge.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And suddenly you are worried.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Please remember that pregnant bellies are incredibly individual.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your height, body shape, muscle tone, whether this is your first pregnancy, your baby’s position, your uterus, and other factors all influence how you carry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your bump is not supposed to look exactly like someone else’s.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Let your healthcare provider assess your baby’s growth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Random comments from strangers are not prenatal care.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What If You Still Do Not Feel Much Movement?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It is easy to hear other moms talk about kicks and immediately wonder why you are not feeling the same thing yet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Movement timing varies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If this is your first pregnancy, it may take longer for you to recognize what you are feeling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Placenta position can also affect how noticeable movements are.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Early movements can be subtle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sometimes you realize later that those little bubbles you thought were gas were actually your baby.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As your pregnancy progresses, movement should become easier to recognize.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Talk with your healthcare provider about what they expect at your stage of pregnancy and when they want you to call about changes in movement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When Should You Call Your Healthcare Provider?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The second trimester includes plenty of normal discomforts, but some symptoms need medical attention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Contact your OB-GYN, midwife, or other prenatal care provider if you experience bleeding, persistent abdominal pain, severe headaches, vision changes, fever, painful urination, regular painful tightening, significant pelvic pressure, unusual fluid leakage, severe vomiting, or anything else that concerns you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Seek urgent medical care for severe bleeding, severe abdominal pain, fainting, chest pain, serious difficulty breathing, seizure, or other symptoms that feel like a medical emergency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And once you are regularly feeling your baby move, contact your maternity care team if you notice a significant decrease or unusual change in movement based on the guidance they have given you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You do not need to wait until your next appointment if something feels wrong.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Second Trimester Can Feel Like a Whole New Pregnancy<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This trimester often feels completely different from the first.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You may have more energy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You may be eating again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your bump is becoming more obvious.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your baby may start moving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And suddenly pregnancy feels much more present in your everyday life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

At the same time, new discomforts may appear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Back pain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Heartburn.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Round ligament pain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Constipation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Leg cramps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Congestion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sleep problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your body is still doing a huge amount of work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So even if you feel better than you did during the first trimester, you are still allowed to slow down.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You are still allowed to rest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You are still allowed to ask for help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

One Last Thing, Mom<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The second trimester can be such an interesting middle ground.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You are far enough into pregnancy that it feels real, but there is still so much ahead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Maybe you are finally enjoying food again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Maybe you felt your baby move for the first time this week.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Maybe you are standing in front of the mirror trying to decide whether your bump suddenly grew overnight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And maybe, despite everyone calling this the \u201ceasy trimester,\u201d you are still tired, uncomfortable, emotional, or worried.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That is okay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is no rule that says you have to love every part of pregnancy just because the first trimester is behind you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Take the good days when they come.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rest on the uncomfortable ones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ask your healthcare provider questions instead of carrying them around in your head.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And when you feel that tiny flutter or kick in the middle of an ordinary afternoon, give yourself a second to enjoy it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This trimester is full of changes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Some are uncomfortable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Some are strange.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And some make everything you have been going through suddenly feel very, very worth it.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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