As for the being scared to get pregnant and have a baby here....don't be. Of course things are different here but there's no reason to be scared. I have heard of a few bad experiences but, for every bad, I have heard 10 amazing stories of great care, lovely hospitals, etc. I'm pregnant right now and so far I have been impressed with the level of care that I have received here. Perhaps not quite as 'warm and fuzzy' as in the States...but certainly experienced, professional, knowledgeable doctors, nurses and midwives. Pregnancy for the first time is overwhelming for anyone...especially far away from the comforts of home and family but it's good to know that it is for a finite period of time and at the end you get a baby!

Cheers,
rebecca