Milton
For eight painful years, Lydia from Mbale, Uganda, carried the silent burden of childlessness in her marriage. Each year that passed without conceiving felt heavier than the last. At first, family members were patient and hopeful. But as time went on, whispers began. Questions turned into pressure. Some relatives even suggested that her husband consider other options.
The emotional strain nearly broke her spirit.Lydia and her husband did everything medically possible. They visited hospitals, underwent multiple tests, and followed every prescription given by doctors. Sometimes they were told everything was normal. Other times, they were advised to “just keep trying.” Month after month ended in disappointment.
The repeated cycle of hope and heartbreak became exhausting. She says the most painful part was watching her peers celebrate baby showers while she silently wiped away tears.The stress began affecting their marriage. Though they loved each other deeply, the disappointment created distance and tension. Lydia started blaming herself, even when doctors could not point to a clear medical issue.
