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I was told I had a two per cent chance of getting pregnant, so I say she's a two per cent baby.
Nicole Kidman
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Interpretation

What this quote means

The quote expresses the miraculous nature of a child's birth against the odds of conception challenges.

In this quote, Nicole Kidman reflects on the incredible and unexpected journey of becoming a mother despite being told she had only a two percent chance of getting pregnant. By referring to her child as a 'two percent baby', she emphasizes the joy and value of her child who represents hope and defiance in the face of adversity, celebrating the miracle of life and the unexpected turns it can take.

Themes

PregnancyMiracleHopeAdversityMotherhood

In practice

Example use cases

In a speech about resilience, one might quote Nicole Kidman to illustrate the power of hope.

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