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Pregnancy in the Heart of the Storm
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Inside a small tent housing 12 family members, Hilda, midway through her pregnancy, struggled to endure harsh conditions. The war had destroyed their home in Shuja’iyya, forcing them to take refuge in this fragile shelter in southern Gaza.
The pains of pregnancy grew worse by the day amidst a lack of food and medical care. The biting cold seeped into her body, adding to the weight of the life she carried. Yet, she had no chance to rest; the children around her, including her sister’s children, needed care and attention.
The winds battering the tent at night deepened her fears for her unborn child, while the muddy ground beneath her feet amplified her sense of helplessness. With no medical checkups to assure her of the baby’s health, she lived on hope alone, clinging to the idea that her child would enter a better world.
Despite the fear and dire circumstances, Hilda tried to remain strong. She concealed her pain with a reassuring smile for the children, telling them stories of a life full of warmth and safety while praying for protection for herself and her baby during this ordeal.
Amid this suffering, Hilda’s pregnancy became a symbol of resilience, carrying with it the hope of new life in a world torn apart by war.
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