“The instant of birth is exquisite. Pain and joy are one at this moment. Ever after, the dim recollection is so sweet that we speak to our children with a gratitude they never understand.” ChildrenMomentsPainJoySpeakInspiringSweetBirthGratitudeOur ChildrenInstantThought ProvokingPregnancyExquisiteRecollectionChildbirthEver AfterGiving Birth Author:Madeline Tiger Bass