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Having a baby Quote by Caitlin Moran

“Every time your heart gets broken, breathe deep – it grows bigger as it mends. Imagine each line of red scar tissue on it with pride – the same pride you’ll one day have for stretch marks on your belly, after having a baby. Skin and hearts tear to make great things. Don’t be afraid. 8)” quote by Caitlin Moran
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““Every time your heart gets broken, breathe deep – it grows bigger as it mends. Imagine each line of red scar tissue on it with pride – the same pride you’ll one day have for stretch marks on your belly, after having a baby. Skin and hearts tear to make great things. Don’t be afraid. 8)””

Caitlin Moran

About This Quote

Source Blog post: Motherhood and Healing, 2020

Heartbreak and physical pain both heal and grow stronger, encouraging pride in scars as symbols of resilience and transformation.

In simple terms: Pain leads to growth and pride.

Key Takeaway

Embrace scars as signs of strength.

Themes

heartbreak motherhood healing

Mood

hopeful empowering

Type

inspirational reflective

When to use this quote

  • post‑break recovery
  • post‑partum body image
  • personal trauma
  • creative projects

Key Concepts

biology emotional growth

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does pride in scars change about your self‑view?
  • How can you support others healing similar pain?
A Different Perspective

Focusing on scars may romanticize suffering, overlooking necessary support.

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