pregnant

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The legislation will give workers access to sick pay and paternity leave from the first day on the job and contains new protections for pregnant women and new mothers.

From BBC

After suffering "stress and anxiety" while trying for a baby, Aled Edwards and his wife Sophie were delighted when they found out she was pregnant.

From BBC

Girls Aloud singer Nicola Roberts has announced she is pregnant with her first child.

From BBC

The visit has the heavy air of obligation — they don’t see Dad very often — and when he clumsily welcomes them into his ramshackle house, pregnant pauses and pursed lips ensue.

From Los Angeles Times

The UN's refugee agency, UNCHR, said those especially affected are children and women - including pregnant women - some who reported going without food for days.

From BBC