This week, we’re talking about what it really feels like to be this deep into the pregnancy — waddles, stretch marks, dreams, doubts, and all.

As two physicians becoming first-time parents, we’re used to being on the other side of the hospital bed. But now that the birthing class is done, the OR has been toured, and the crib is built, everything suddenly feels real.

We open up about:

• What it’s like shifting from doctor to patient

• Nesting instincts (and moving books for no reason)

• The joy and weirdness of baby girl kicking and shifting

• Real fears around maternal care and being heard, especially as minorities in the U.S.

• And whether a C-section or vaginal delivery changes what the experience “should” be

We’re keeping it honest because we know the journey to meeting our daughter isn’t just about delivery. It’s about preparation, advocacy, and trust… inside the hospital and inside our home.

👣 Let us know your thoughts — Did anything feel suddenly real to you in your pregnancy journey?

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