When I Finally Gave Birth, I Called And Told Him I Had Delivered. My Husband Ran Away From Home—Iyanu Revealed

 

Iyanu Jeje, a young mother from Okitipupa, has shared a deeply emotional story about how her husband deserted her shortly after the birth of their triplets. In an interview with BBC Yoruba, Iyanu opened up about the challenges she faced before and after the delivery, revealing the psychological and emotional toll it took on her.

According to Iyanu, during her pregnancy, she began to suspect that she might be carrying more than one child. To confirm her suspicions, she visited a private hospital where doctors informed her she was expecting triplets. Seeking further confirmation, she later went to a federal hospital, where the diagnosis was reaffirmed. At the time, however, she was not living with her husband but staying at her parents’ house. As a result, he was unaware of the pregnancy’s specifics.

Despite the life-changing news, Iyanu’s situation grew more difficult. When the time came to deliver, she underwent a caesarean section due to the complexity of carrying multiple babies. Following the successful delivery, Iyanu reached out to her husband to share the news of the arrival of their three newborns. Instead of receiving support, she was met with silence.

Her husband reportedly vanished from his home and avoided any contact for several days. Iyanu made repeated attempts to reach him, but all efforts failed. Eventually, he got in touch and confessed that he had fled out of fear. He cited financial concerns and anxiety about the immense responsibility of caring for triplets as reasons for his disappearance.

“During my pregnancy, I went to a private hospital for a scan and was told I would give birth to triplets,” Iyanu recalled in the interview. “I then went to a federal hospital, and they also confirmed the same. My husband wasn’t aware of all this because I was staying at my parents’ home during that time. After I gave birth, I called him and told him. But when he heard the news, he ran away from home.”

Iyanu’s story has sparked a mix of reactions on social media, with many expressing sympathy for her plight and admiration for her strength. Others have called for greater awareness and support systems for mothers facing similar challenges, especially when male partners are unable or unwilling to step up during critical times.

This emotional account shines a light on the struggles faced by many women dealing with unexpected pregnancies, financial instability, and lack of emotional support. Iyanu, despite the odds, continues to care for her three children, relying on her family and the goodwill of others to navigate the overwhelming responsibilities of raising triplets alone.