Author Reflects on Motherhood's Deep Meaning After Medical Consultation
Translated & summarized from Behadrei Haredim by baba
The author recounts a deeply emotional experience following a consultation with nephrologist Professor Dvora Rodrig, which brought back memories of the challenges and miracles of bearing eight children. The conversation reinforced the profound significance of motherhood for the author, especially as her son Yonatan prepares for marriage. She describes a rare feeling of "tzadeket" or inner righteousness, reflecting on her prayers and efforts to have children and the professor's validation of her journey.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Author reflects on the profound meaning of motherhood after a medical consultation.
- Nephrologist Professor Dvora Rodrig's words validated the author's journey of bearing eight children.
- The author experienced a rare emotion of "tzadeket" or inner righteousness.
- Motherhood is described as the most desired and miraculous aspect of life.
- The reflection occurred as the author's son Yonatan's wedding approaches.
The author reflects on the profound emotional experience of motherhood, triggered by a recent consultation with a nephrologist, Professor Dvora Rodrig. The conversation with the doctor, who specialized in kidney health, brought back intense memories of the physical and emotional journey of bearing and raising eight children. The author felt a deep sense of gratitude for the medical care she received over the years, which allowed her to experience the miracle of repeated childbirth and motherhood.
This reflection occurred shortly before the author's son Yonatan's upcoming wedding, a joyous occasion that also evokes a sense of parting. The author's encounter with Professor Rodrig, described as a humble and professional expert, served as a powerful reminder of the immense effort and numerous miracles involved in becoming and remaining a mother. The professor's affirmation, "Well done, how you bore eight children," resonated deeply.
Leaving the consultation, the author experienced a rare, delicate emotion she described as "tzadeket" (righteousness), a feeling of a child who knows they are right despite having no power. This feeling, she explained, is a secret shared among women, a sense of inner truth and a prayer for continued blessings, particularly the blessing of motherhood. She recalled her own fervent prayers and efforts to have more children, even when advised it might be dangerous, and the professor's validation that she was "right" and that everything turned out well.
The author shared this experience with mothers at a school in Har Nof, where she was also recognized by her neighbor, Rebbetzin Rachel Haber. The author felt that only the Rebbetzin would truly understand the depth of her feelings, especially as she is no longer giving birth to children but to books and knowledge.