Whether you’re down to counting days or still counting months before coming to the hospital, this is an exciting as well as nerve-racking time. Your head is spinning with anticipation of the big event. It’s only natural to bounce back and forth between exuberance and anxiety. So be easy on yourself. You’re going to be just fine, and so will your baby. But whatever you’re feeling, just know that we’ll be here for you, even before you get here.

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