pregnancy
/ˈprɛɡnənsi/
noun
- The condition of having a developing baby or fetus inside the body, from conception to birth.
- Regular checkups with a doctor are important throughout a pregnancy.
- The couple announced their pregnancy to the family with a special dinner.
- She experienced morning sickness during the first three months of her pregnancy.
- The period of time during which a baby develops inside the mother's body.
- A typical human pregnancy lasts about 40 weeks.
- The doctor said the pregnancy was progressing normally.
- During her pregnancy, she read many books about childbirth and parenting.
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