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Maria Iliaki reflects on her pregnancy experience at age 43
Greek presenter Maria Iliaki shared a nostalgic reflection on her pregnancy experience via Instagram, recounting the challenges and joys of becoming a mother at age 43.
Iliaki shared several photographs and personal anecdotes, noting the physical changes and hormonal shifts she experienced. She highlighted the benefit of having a partner, Stelios Manousakis, who is a gynecologist. Among the difficulties she faced were insomnia, intense thirst, and a period of hospitalization due to hyperemesis.
Reflecting on her journey, she noted that while the final days before childbirth were physically taxing, the experience was ultimately transformative. She also touched upon her concerns regarding future social media regulations for children in light of recent European Commission decisions.