The Pain of Infertility with Her First Husband
In her youth, People’s Artist Bach Tuyet had an admired marriage with football star Tam Lang – the legendary captain of the Vietnam National Football Team. She shared that when she married him, she devoted her love and respect to her talented and virtuous husband.
However, the joy was short-lived as the couple faced a significant challenge: infertility. Despite seeking treatment everywhere and consulting many doctors, all efforts were in vain. She recounted sadly: “I was unlucky and couldn’t have children. I went to see many doctors, and my mother-in-law even went to the mountains to get traditional medicine for me to drink. But his family followed Confucianism, and having an heir was important. Seeing him sad, I couldn’t bear to say anything.”
I said, ‘It’s like we’re living a tragic opera. I think I have to sacrifice for your happiness, as your mother is sad and it’s not fair to her.’ He couldn’t disobey his mother or argue with his wife, so he asked me to decide. I suggested, ‘Why don’t you remarry to make your mother happy? Maybe you can have children with someone else. The doctors said I can’t have children.’ We cried our hearts out. Six months later, we decided to part ways.”

People’s Artist Bach Tuyet sought treatment and consulted doctors everywhere but couldn’t conceive with her first husband.
Wanting her husband to experience the fullness of family happiness, she took the initiative to propose a divorce so he could have the opportunity to build a new home with someone else. After the separation, People’s Artist Bach Tuyet left without demanding anything from her ex-husband. She lived independently and overcame the pain on her own to continue her stage career.
A Casual Relationship Leads to an 11-Month Pregnancy
After her divorce, People’s Artist Bach Tuyet’s life turned a new page. She met a Vietnamese-American friend by chance and enjoyed a pleasant time together. However, when she found out she was pregnant, she realized that she could have a child, but with a stranger—something entirely unplanned.
“I went out with him for a week, and two months later, I found out I was pregnant. And I didn’t even know who he was; we just met and talked and called each other friends,” she said.
She had a casual relationship with a billionaire, but then she unexpectedly became pregnant.
What was most astonishing was that People’s Artist Bach Tuyet’s pregnancy lasted for 11 and a half months—a rare occurrence in medicine. Throughout her pregnancy, she was anxious and prayed constantly for the healthy birth of her child. Fortunately, after a long wait, she gave birth to a smart and healthy baby boy.
The artist revealed: “I was pregnant for 11 and a half months. I hired two doctors to monitor my pregnancy, but there were still no signs of labor. I wanted a C-section instead of a natural birth. When I went to the hospital to register and have the surgery, there were still nuns in the hospital at that time. Six hours later, when I woke up, a nun gently patted my face and said, ‘Ms. Bach Tuyet, you have given birth to a young man.’ Because the baby was overdue, he had hair all over his body.”
Later, the baby she carried for over 11 months grew up to be healthy, smart, and academically successful, becoming People’s Artist Bach Tuyet’s pride and joy. Her 11-month pregnancy story amazed many, but to her, it was a precious gift from God in her life.
The boy she once carried for over 11 months has now grown up to be a successful man.
After becoming a mother, People’s Artist Bach Tuyet’s life entered a new phase filled with happiness and responsibility. She devoted herself to caring for and raising her son, supporting him to succeed in his career. Even when she parted ways with the billionaire and became a single mother, she never complained or regretted her choice.
Her son became her greatest motivation to overcome life’s challenges. From a woman who once suffered the pain of infertility, People’s Artist Bach Tuyet found comfort and fulfillment in caring for and accompanying her son on his journey.
“Chua Trau” – A Rare But Real Phenomenon
“Chua Trau,” or “Pregnant Like a Cow,” is a colloquial term for a prolonged pregnancy (lasting more than 42 weeks). This phenomenon is very rare and carries risks for both the mother and the fetus.
Some possible causes include:
– Miscalculation of gestational age: Sometimes, not determining the exact date of conception can lead to errors in predicting the due date.
– Endocrine disorders: Issues with hormones can slow down the labor process.
– Genetic factors: Some families have a history of longer-than-average pregnancies.
Risks associated with “Chua Trau”:
– Macrosomia: The baby may be too large for a natural birth.
– Fetal distress: The placenta ages, reducing its ability to provide oxygen and nutrients to the fetus.
– Uterine infection: Prolonged retention of the fetus increases the risk of infection for the mother.
Medical Management of “Chua Trau”
– Close monitoring: Doctors will perform ultrasounds and tests to assess the fetus’s health.
– Induction of labor: If the pregnancy is deemed overdue, doctors may use methods to induce labor safely.
– Cesarean section: In high-risk cases, a C-section is often the safest option.
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