AFFLATUS HIJAB

Our next piece is named after Jenan Baroudi who struggled with her whole fertility journey. She was diagnosed with unexplained infertility, which ironically is no actual diagnosis, it was an issue that she just could not get pregnant. Jenan has two beautiful boys, where she jokingly says were bought and paid for, they were blessed through IUI. When asked how infertility affected Jenans mental and or emotional well being she explained it was an extremely lonely experience, and for a long time she felt like she had no one she could relate to or talk to about what she was going through. The constant appointments and hormones took a real toll on her emotional state and contributed to feelings of depression and anxiety. Beyond the physical side, it made her feel like something was wrong with her as a person, which was painful and isolating. Carrying that weight throughout her journey affected how she saw herself and how she coped day to day. When asked what has been the hardest part of infertility that people don’t talk about she explained it was the constant uncertainty, not knowing if she will ever be blessed with a child. One holds onto hope that everything you are doing, every treatment and sacrifice, will lead to the chance of a healthy, beautiful child, while living with the fear that it may not. The waiting and not knowing monthly for years is the most painful part. Jenan explained that the emotions people most often don’t see is the sadness that she felt thought her infertility journey. Hormones intensified everything, making the sadness heavier and harder to carry. While those around her shared joyful news, she struggled in silence trying to be happy for them while grieving privately for what she longed for. Holding both hope and heartbreak and the same time was emotionally exhausting and deeply isolating. Jenan went on to explain that being able to talk about her struggles and not feel judged or it be a pity party is what helped her get through the moments of grief and uncertainty, she just wanted to be heard. When asked what was the most hurtful thing someone said even though they might have meant well was the comment regarding whether or not something was wrong with her or her spouse in other words “whats the issue?” In the end does it matter? Infertility isn’t someones fault. We asked Jenan what she wished people would stop asking and she said people often ask or tell her to have more children without knowing how much struggle, pain, rejection, and emotional toll it took to have the two children she already has. Those comments can be hurtful and dismissive of the journey she went through. She wishes people understood that not everyones path to having children is simple, and that these questions can reopen difficult experiences. When asked what compassion and support look like she explained to listen more than advising. Not trying to fix, compare, or explain the pain away. Just hearing the individual out. Compassionate support for Jenan is hearing the individual out without judgement and caring without conditions. Creating an environment where women can speak or stay silent without feeling watched, blamed or judged. Jenans advice to other women walking this path is letting go of the why questions and assumptions. Infertility is not a personal failure, or test of faith, or something that needs to be justified. Validating grief, however that may look, infertility is a loss and invisible one and the pain is real. There are others that understand this pain, even if they don’t always speak about it, opening up when you are ready can be a powerful step for healing. 

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This deep brown knit two-piece set is absolutely stunning. Featuring a sleeveless maxi dress paired with a coordinating cardigan, it offers a timeless and effortlessly elegant look.

For your convenience, each piece is sold separately making it easy to customize your sizing and styling. Wear them together for a chic, modest ensemble, or mix and match with your wardrobe favorites for endless versatility.

Sophisticated, cozy, and beautifully refined this set is a must-have staple.

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