Dupe Jayesimi, a veteran Nollywood actress, has opened out about her tragic experience with childlessness, detailing how the anguish led to alcoholism and severe mental issues. On Biola Bayo's podcast, Jayesimi discussed how her inability to conceive contributed to the breakdown of her marriage. Despite having IVF twice, she was unable to conceive a child.
Her Painful Journey
She revealed that she married while pregnant, but regrettably miscarried. -Another pregnancy at 40 years old ended tragically when doctors realised it was ectopic (outside the womb). -Her ex-husband emotionally distanced himself, even putting pillows between them in bed to prevent physical touch. -Only two weeks after quitting her marriage, a pregnant woman moved in with her ex-husband, leaving her sad.
Struggles with Acceptance
Beyond her marriage, Jayesimi suffered heartache when parenting children who weren't her own: -She reared her younger sister's child, but on the wedding day, her sister reminded her that the child was not her own. -She used excessive dancing at occasions to hide her inner anguish and melancholy.
Overcoming the Struggles
Jayesimi revealed that her sorrow drove her to alcoholism, but she has since discovered means to recover. Her heartbreaking experience has generated discussions about infertility issues, cultural demands on women, and the stigma of childlessness in marriage.
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