To say that the year 2020 was challenging would be quite an understatement. The past 365 days have truly pushed us to the limits of our physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing.
Be that as it may, other celebrities have received bits of good news and silver linings that make the new year something to look forward to, such is the case with celebrity moms who have surprised friends and followers alike with the announcement of their pregnancies.
We all know that pregnancy and childbirth are some of the most difficult times in a woman's life, and this has been made even more difficult with the current pandemic looming over us.
With the new normal safety protocols and quarantine measures in place, plus the constant threat of contracting COVID-19, pregnant women and new moms everywhere have had to deal with new and unprecedented worries.
Thanks to these celebrities proudly sharing their pregnancy journeys online, they have given other expectant moms the strength, courage, inspiration, and knowledge to take this next chapter head on.
By sharing photos of their sonograms, consultations, baby bumps, maternity shoots, and virtual gender reveals on social media, they put other soon-to-be moms at ease about their own pregnancy journeys.
In this gallery, let's take a look back at all the celebrities who surprised us with their pregnancy announcement this 2020 as we celebrate motherhood and life. Check out these female celebrities who welcomed a pregnancy during the community quarantine in the Philippines, here.
Vic Sotto's daughter, Paulina Sotto, announced her pregnancy with husband Jed Llanes in March of 2020.
Paulina and Jed welcomed Baby Sachi Brielle in September that same year.
Actress Coleen Garcia announced her pregnancy with husband Billy Crawford in May of 2020.
Coleen delivered her son, Baby Amari, in September via water birth at home.
Actress Assunta De Rossi announced her pregnancy with husband Jules Ledesma in May of 2020.
Assunta and Jules tried for many years, using various methods, just to have a baby.But due to her delicate health issues, their efforts didn't bear fruit. However, to the couple's surprise, Assunta got pregnant through natural means and gave birth to Baby Fiore in October.
Kapuso singer Maricris Garcia announced her pregnancy with husband TJ Cruz in May of 2020.
Actress Sheena Halili announced her pregnancy with husband Jeron Manzanero in June of 2020.
Sheena and Jeron welcomed their baby girl, Martina, this December.
Kapuso singer Aicelle Santos announced her pregnancy with husband Mark Zambrano in June of 2020.
Aicelle gave birth to their daughter, Baby Zandrine, on the morning of December 5.
Actress Ryza Cenon announced her pregnancy with her partner, Miguel Antonio Cruz, in July of 2020.
Ryza welcomed her baby boy which she named, Night, on the last day of October.
'StarStruck' alum Iwa Moto announced her pregnancy with her partner, Pampi Lacson, in July of 2020.
Iwa recently shared through a virtual gender reveal that she will be having a baby boy.
Actress-turned-politician Charee Pineda announced her pregnancy with her husband Martell Soledad in July of 2020.
Charee gave birth to Baby Cesco in November, however, she revealed that she had a preterm birth which meant Baby Cesco had to spend two weeks in the NICU.
Kapuso recording artist Princess Velasco announced her pregnancy with husband Mark Herbert Rosario in July of 2020.
With the birth of their daughter, Baby Sari, this December, Princess and Mark now have three kids altogether.
Actress Andi Eigenmann announced her pregnancy with partner, Philmar Alipayo, in August of 2020.
Andi revealed the big news on her YouTube channel, the 'Happy Islanders' vlog. She is expected to give birth this 2021.
Miss Intercontinental 2018 Karen Gallman announced her pregnancy with husband Ian Garton in August of 2020.
The Filipino-Australian beauty queen is set to give birth in January 2021.
Filipino-Kiwi model Stephanie Dods announced her pregnancy with husband KC Montero in August of 2020.
“Thank you for making me a father. Thank you for choosing me on this life-changing journey. The best parts are still to come and I am so thankful that I get to do it all with you,” KC wrote in a message for his wife.
Actress Nicole Donesa announced her pregnancy with her partner, Mark Herras, in September of 2020.
Now, Mark and Nicole can't wait to meet their baby boy which they named "Corky."
Actress Vaness Del Moral announced her pregnancy with her husband Matt Kier in October of 2020.
She initially kept her pregnancy a secret from her husband so that she could surprise him with the news on her vlog.
TV Personality Phoemela Baranda announced her pregnancy with her partner, Jason Choachuy, in November of 2020.
At 40 years old, Phoemela is more mentally prepared to have her baby which she will give birth to in March 2021.
Before 2020 ends, former beauty queen Miriam Quiambao surprised followers with the announcement of her second pregnancy in a YouTube vlog. What a way to welcome the New Year!