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LISTENING TO THE BODY-AYESHA’S JOURNEY

Summary Ayesha, in her second trimester, feels increasingly fatigued, dismissing her symptoms as normal pregnancy tiredness. After collapsing one morning, she learns from Dr. Meera that she has iron-deficiency anemia, which poses serious risks to her and her baby. With support from her husband and daughter, Ayesha adopts a healthier lifestyle, leading to improved health. This narrative highlights the importance of recognising and addressing silent health issues during pregnancy. Hashtags #pregnancy #anemia #healthawareness #irondeficiency #maternity Script Ayesha was in her second trimester and should have been glowing, but instead, she felt like her body was fading. Every morning, just walking from the bedroom to the kitchen left her breathless. Her husband noticed the dark circles under her eyes, her slow steps, the way she had to sit down after folding just a few clothes. She brushed it off. “Just tired,” she’d say. “Pregnancy does that.” But one morning, while making breakfast, she collapsed. The pan clattered to the floor. Her husband caught her just in time and rushed her to the nearby clinic. At the clinic, Dr. Meera reviewed Ayesha’s blood test results. Her tone was calm but serious. “Ayesha, your hemoglobin is dangerously low. You have iron-deficiency anemia.” Ayesha blinked in confusion. “I thought it was just fatigue… from the baby.” Dr. Meera shook her head gently. “Anemia is common in pregnancy, but that doesn’t make it harmless. When your body doesn’t have enough iron, it can’t produce healthy red blood cells. That means less oxygen for you—and your baby.” She explained the risks: premature birth, low birth weight, even severe complications during delivery. Ayesha sat silently. It wasn’t just tiredness. Her body had been calling for help—and she hadn't listened. Back home, Ayesha made changes. She took her iron tablets daily. She started eating more iron-rich foods—green vegetables, lentils, dried fruits, meats. Her husband joined her, making her special meals, reminding her when she forgot her supplements. Her daughter, just five, would bring her a glass of orange juice with a proud smile. “This helps the iron work better,” she’d say, mimicking something she’d heard. Weeks passed. Ayesha began to feel lighter. Stronger. She could walk without losing her breath. Her face looked brighter. Her energy returned. At her next check-up, Dr. Meera smiled as she looked at the new results. “Your levels are up. You’re back on track.” Ayesha smiled too—this time with confidence. "Sometimes the most dangerous illnesses are the quietest ones. Anemia in pregnancy may be silent, but it can be deadly. If you're pregnant, listen to your body. Get tested. Get treated. And never ignore the whisper of fatigue—it could be your body crying out for help." Anemia in pregnancy is treatable. Protect yourself. Protect your baby. Get tested.”