Because a clear majority of births in America are to married couples, I have chosen to refer to the father of the baby in this book as the husband of the reader. In no way do I mean to exclude or judge you, or your situation. No one can exclude you from the great spiritual gifts that God is offering you through this baby except you, yourself. I hope that you will find food for thought and prayer in this book, and that God will provide spiritual, emotional, and financial support to you as a mother. May God bless you for being open to the life within!