10 Recommendations for Struggling, Touching, and Funny Korean Pregnancy Dramas

Kapanlagi.com - Pregnancy is one of the joys hoped for by many married couples. However, what if the pregnancy occurs before marriage? You can see this scenario in several pregnancy dramas produced in South Korea.

You can also find the touching struggle of a wife in this pregnancy drama. The complex story will deliver many important messages to the audience.

Curious about several pregnancy dramas from South Korea? Let's check out the review below.

1. WOORI THE VIRGIN (2022)

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This South Korean pregnancy drama titled WOORI THE VIRGIN is worth watching. Broadly speaking, this drama tells the story of a religious girl named Woo Ri who is principled about not engaging in sexual relations outside of marriage. She holds this principle strongly because she is a child born from an unplanned pregnancy. She was born to a mother who was 16 years old.

Despite this, she has a boyfriend who respects her principles. Unfortunately, as they begin to take their relationship seriously, Woo Ri is unexpectedly declared pregnant. The pregnancy occurred through an accidental artificial insemination. The sperm owner that was injected into her is a married CEO. So, what will Woo Ri do about this unplanned pregnancy?

2. ONCE AGAIN (2020)

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The next pregnancy drama is titled ONCE AGAIN. The story in this drama can be described as quite mellow. Broadly speaking, this story is about Song Young-Dal and Jang Ok-Boon who have four children: Joon-Sun, Ga-Hee, Na-Hee, and Da-Hee.

They are married, but because the four siblings have their own problems, Young-Dal's hopes of having grandchildren seem to fade. His greatest hope rests on the third child, Na-Hee, and Kyu Jin. They, who are pediatricians, are expected to provide offspring for the family. So, will the family's great ambition be realized?

3. OH MY BABY (2020)

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OH MY BABY is a pregnancy drama starring Jang Na-Ra. She plays Jang Ha-Ri, a mother who longs for a child. All this time, she has been focused on her career, and only at the age of 39 does she want to have children.

As a reporter who is solely focused on her career, she sets aside romance and does not have a boyfriend. However, while writing for the magazine 'The Baby', her feelings are stirred. In fact, she is not even married. So, what about the idea of getting pregnant without being married? Will Jang Ha-Ri's desire come true?

4. VIP (2019)

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VIP is one of the Korean dramas with an equally interesting story. This pregnancy drama focuses on the story of Na Jung-Sun (Jang Na-Ra) who has a major problem with her husband, Park Sung-Joon. Yes, her husband is cheating with a coworker.

The reason for the affair is quite painful as it relates to a miscarriage that has occurred. The husband cannot accept the fact that his wife was unable to carry their first child from the womb.

5. GOODBYE TO GOODBYE (2018)

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Next, there is a pregnancy drama titled GOODBYE TO GOODBYE that is equally interesting to watch. This drama tells the story of Young-Hee who decides to divorce her husband and live alone in an apartment. The divorce occurs after her husband is caught cheating.

Subsequently, Young-Hee receives a guest named Jung-Hyo who is pregnant. Not knowing where to go, Jung-Hyo asks if she can stay with Young-Hee until she gives birth. Although they initially get into arguments, over time they become close instead.

6. HO-GU'S LOVE (2015)

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HO-GU'S LOVE is also one of the pregnancy dramas from South Korea that is worth watching. In fact, this drama is also known by other titles, namely FOOL'S LOVE and PUSHOVER'S LOVE. True to its title, this drama features a character that is said to be foolish.

Kang Ho-Gu (Choi Woo Shik) is someone who is naive and easily deceived by those around him. He is good at drawing cartoons and has never dated. However, one day he falls in love with Do-Hee, a swimming athlete. But, Do-Hee is declared pregnant.

This certainly comes as a shock. Especially since Do-Hee claims she does not remember who the father of her child is. You will see various funny antics as well as lessons from Do-Hee's struggle with Ho-Gu to maintain their relationship and the baby.

7. YOU ARE MY DESTINY (2014)

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The next pregnancy drama is titled YOU ARE MY DESTINY or FATED TO LOVE YOU. The character in this drama is named Kim M-Young (Jang Na-Ra), an ordinary staff member who wins a holiday trip to Macau.

There is also a character named Lee Gun (Jang Hyuk). He is the son of a wealthy family and the heir to the company. The two of them meet in Macau. After that meeting, Kim M-Young becomes pregnant. Lee Gun, who does not want his name to be tarnished, takes responsibility for what has happened. Various funny scenes and lessons can be found while watching it.

8. HI BYE, MAMA! (2020)

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Hi Bye, Mama! (2020) is an intriguing pregnancy-themed drama that presents the struggles of a mother from a very emotional and unusual perspective. The story centers on Cha Yu-ri, a woman who dies in an accident after giving birth, but her spirit remains strongly tied to the world due to her love for her child.

The main appeal of this drama lies in its touching portrayal of the bond between mother and child. Even though Yu-ri cannot live like a normal human, she is still present to witness every phase of her child's growth.

9. WHEN THE CAMELLIA BLOOMS (2019)

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When the Camellia Blooms (2019) becomes an exciting and engaging pregnancy-themed drama because it boldly features the figure of a pregnant single mother who must face social stigma in a small conservative environment. Dong-baek not only struggles physically as a pregnant woman but also mentally confronts cynical views, gossip, and societal judgment.

Another appeal lies in the strong genre blend. Amidst the story of pregnancy and parenting, the drama weaves in a warm romance between Dong-baek and the naive yet sincere Hwang Yong-sik. Although it tackles heavy issues, When the Camellia Blooms remains exciting and entertaining thanks to its natural humor and vibrant supporting characters.

10. THE GOOD BAD MOTHER (2023)

The Good Bad Mother (2023)

The Good Bad Mother (2023) becomes a powerful drama themed around pregnancy and motherhood as it depicts a mother's sacrifices from pregnancy until her child reaches adulthood. This drama highlights Young-soon's struggles as a single mother who has to raise her child within economic constraints.

Pregnancy and childbirth are not portrayed as sweet phases, but rather as the starting point of a series of harsh sacrifices that shape the characters of both mother and child. The uniqueness of this drama lies in the emotional conflict between the mother and child growing under pressure. Although it is filled with tears, The Good Bad Mother remains captivating because it intersperses gentle humor and moments of healing.

Well, KLovers, those are some recommendations for pregnancy dramas from South Korea that you can watch.

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