Seremban: A couple's 10-year wait to welcome their first child ended in joy when their baby was safely delivered through in vitro fertilisation (IVF) treatment sponsored by the Tunku Azizah Fertility Foundation (TAFF). Zahidah Zainudin, 33, said the birth of her son, Sayf Al Ayubbi, three days ago at Tuanku Ja'afar Hospital (HTJ), brought renewed happiness and meaning to her life and that of her husband, Salahuddin Alaayubi Nawawi, 41.
According to BERNAMA News Agency, Zahidah shared that she had applied for TAFF assistance for five years before receiving a call to undergo IVF treatment in April last year, finally realising her dream of becoming a mother. She expressed gratitude for the smooth pregnancy, despite experiencing severe allergies during the first trimester, and highlighted the unwavering support from her husband during this journey.
'Alhamdulillah, after the pregnancy was confirmed, everything went smoothly. I only experienced severe allergies during the first trimester, and my husband was always by my side, giving me strength and support. Before this, we tried many methods but had no success. I am deeply grateful that our dream of having a child has finally come true,' she told reporters at Ward 4A Kenanga, Women and Children's Building, HTJ here today.
Earlier, Tengku Ampuan of Pahang, Tunku Azizah Aminah Maimunah Iskandariah, visited the mother and newborn at the hospital. Her Royal Highness expressed gratitude for the birth of the 151st TAFF baby and mentioned that eight more couples are currently awaiting the arrival of their children. Tunku Azizah emphasized the importance of TAFF's mission, noting the foundation's 20-year commitment to helping couples from all backgrounds achieve their dreams of parenthood.
Tunku Azizah spent nearly an hour visiting the mother and baby, sharing advice on infant care and postnatal practices. Her Majesty also took time to interact with other mothers in the ward as well as hospital healthcare workers, underscoring her support and care for all families undergoing similar journeys.