JUST IN: Chef Amaka has shared her emotional journey with PCOS and the hurtful comments she faced shortly after marrying Aproko Doctor.
IKEJA, LAGOS — Chef Amaka, the wife of popular health influencer Aproko Doctor, has spoken about the challenges she faced after being diagnosed with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, also known as PCOS, just months after her marriage. She shared her experience during a recent discussion about fertility and health struggles.
According to Chef Amaka, the diagnosis brought emotional pain and led to several insensitive comments from people around her. She said some people mocked her appearance and body changes, while others questioned why she and her husband had not welcomed a child.
She also recalled one of the most painful remarks she received during that period. According to her, some people referred to her as “the man of the house” and even suggested that her husband might have fertility issues because the couple had not yet conceived.
Chef Amaka explained that the experience affected her emotionally and highlighted the pressure many couples face shortly after marriage. Her comments have generated reactions online, with many Nigerians expressing support and sharing their own experiences with fertility challenges and PCOS.
PCOS is a hormonal condition that affects many women worldwide and can contribute to irregular menstrual cycles, weight changes and fertility challenges. Health experts have repeatedly called for greater awareness and sensitivity toward women living with the condition.
The development means more conversations could emerge around PCOS, fertility and the pressure placed on newly married couples to have children. It also highlights the emotional impact of body shaming and the need for empathy when discussing health and family matters.
