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Falling pregnant at age 33 has been nothing but incredible and a blessing. My firstborn, a son called Matshidiso who is now 13 years old, was thrilled to discover that I'm expecting my second bundle of joy, a daughter. The morning sickness has been very bad compared to my first pregnancy. But for the rest, most of the things feel like the first time due to the gap of years between my pregnancies. Healthy eating and hydrating have been my daily routine. At some point I was stressed that my unborn baby will be in danger because of this Covid-19 pandemic, but I stayed indoors and took care of myself. By the time you read this, I can tell you she will already have been born, and I hope she and I will be healthy, with no complications whatsoever.

MATSHIDISO TSHIDI MAKALA SASOLBURG, FREE STATE

Matshidiso (33) from Sasolburg, Free State, is 34 weeks pregnant with a baby girl.

Matshidiso Tshidi Makala and her firstborn son, Teboho (13). He can’t wait for his sister to arrive.