Category: Features

People share their stories for different reasons—some for fame, others to inspire and heal. For Vuyiswa ‘Vuyi’ Nyauza, it’s the latter. Having faced the depths of loss, she hopes that opening up about her journey will bring comfort to those navigating similar pain.

Loss of identity after giving birth is one of the deepest and most unexpected struggles many women face. In the whirlwind of sleepless nights, endless feedings, and the immense love that comes with welcoming a child, it’s easy to forget the person you were before motherhood (and fatherhood).  

Being a mother to Spesihle can thus far be described as a journey, says 24-year-old YouTube sensation Tumi Moliko.