The renown vlogger, Chantelle Petit, has marked her first ever mothers day in style. Through her Instagram account, she shared how she always dreamt of being a mother and longed for it.
She said; “My First Mothers Day. Growing up, I always dreamt of the day I’d become a Mommy. I never imagined that I would be that to such a beautiful, smart, hilarious human being.
The journey has been rough for sure but worth it at the end of the day because of moments like these. She always wants my attention and laughs at my lame baby jokes
Happy Mothers Day to all the incredible women on my TL who have shared with me encouraged me and dedicated their lives to raising cute little humans. I love y’ all and appreciate y’ all soooo much.
Do us a favor and enjoy this day to the max. Celebrate God, yourself and your kids for granting you the opportunity to rock this title, Mother.”
Chantelle’s motherhood has not been easy after she suffered fistula after welcoming her bouncing baby girl. She had to undergo up to three surgeries after she welcomed her baby girl.
The new mother suffered birth complications that forced her to undergo reconstructive fistula surgery after a 3rd degree tear during delivery.
What followed was a painful experience where she could not hold her baby for more than five minutes or sit and walk properly. It was heartbreaking just to hear her describe the amount of pain she would experience while trying to use the bathroom.
Her experience has brought to light the mental, emotional and physical challenges women endure during and after childbirth. But more importantly the plight of women who develop fistula following childbirth.
According to an Amref Health Africa report, over 6 million women in Kenya suffer from obstetric fistula. Most of the affected fail to seek medical attention due to stigma and shame associated with the condition caused by obstructed or prolonged labor due to lack of skilled health care.
She was able to realistically express the difficult experience of battling fistula and in effect raising awareness about the condition. She also highlighted the high cost of medical care that came with fistula treatment which forced her to make a plea for funds to help clear her medical bill.