Obaa Yaa
I’m pregnant for a Christian brother
Dear Obaa Yaa,
I am currently pregnant, but the father of my child is a Christian while my religion is Islam. We are not married, and this situation makes me worried about what will happen next.
I am unsure about what to do regarding my religious background and my family. I want to know what steps I should take vis-à-vis my pregnancy, my relationship with the father of the baby, and how to handle our different religions since we are not married.
Zulia, Ashaiman.
Dear Zulia,
This is a very real and difficult situation, and your concerns are completely understandable. You are currently dealing with your relationship, religion, and family expectations.
Take your health seriously by attending antenatal appointments regularly because no matter what happens with the relationship, your pregnancy deserves care and stability. You can also seek emotional support from someone you trust.
Take time to reflect, seek guidance from a trusted religious leader or counsellor, and involve supportive family. This could guide you based on your specific circumstances.
Have an honest conversation with the father about responsibilities and intentions. You are not alone, and this situation does not define your future.
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Dear Obaa Yaa,
I am 35year –old-lady married to a banker. I am a housewife. I am fair in complexion. I got my left hand tattooed sometime last year. I have never had my peace with my husband because he strongly abhors.
In my attempt to get it erased, I have caused a big scar on my hand which has worsened the situation. Sometime ago, your esteemed paper carried a story about how permanent tattoo can be cleared and a location.
May I know whether it is possible to get the scar and tattoo erased, and how much it would cost.
Worried housewife, Prampram.
Dear housewife,
Since I have no idea how wide and deep the scar and tattoo are, it would be difficult for me to have a meaningful discussion with the specialists at the unit.
I suggest that the next time you visit Accra, you pay a visit to any skincare unit and ask what help they can offer.
But until then, do not apply any self-medication. You may also ask your doctor to advise you as if there is any way out for a surgery. All the best.
Dear Obaa Yaa,
Ever since we got married, two years ago, my husband seldom wears his wedding ring except on occasion such as church service, funerals, outdooring and other social gatherings.
For the rest of the week, he goes to work without it. The excuse he gives is that whether he wears the ring to work or not, he is by law married to me.
But I beg to differ. I suspect there is more to it than what he told me. I need your advice on this.
Eno, Ashiaman.
Dear Eno,
Some men don’t like wearing rings; others enjoy it. It is just like how some women like wearing jewellery or large earing while others would rather do away with them.
The fact, however, is that a man can misbehave even when he wears it or not because there are ladies who wouldn’t mind with the ring on.
When he gets back home, he would wear it again. What difference does it make if he doesn’t wear it all?
