Pauleen-Luna Sotto shared a lengthy Instagram post showing a photo of her baby bump from her possible last pregnancy.
The actress got sentimental as she looked back on how blessed she has been to have a daughter and a new baby underway despite her polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) diagnosis.
"Today, I took my last (probably, ever) pregnant selfie," Pauleen explained.
She continued, "Yes, it sure is a sentimental feeling but I feel extremely blessed to be able to carry another child despite my condition. All glory and praise goes to our one and only Lord for blessing us with this child. Ikaw lang talaga ito Panginoon, wala ng iba pa. I couldn't have carried her to term without Your protection and guidance oh Lord. I would also like to thank all my prayer warriors who have been with us since day 1. Please know that you have a special special place in my heart."
Pauleen also wrote a letter for her daughter Tali, who is about to become a big sister.
"To my dear Tali, I know this is something new and things might be a little different but know that you will always be mommy's first. It was just you and me for 6 years and you have taught me SO MUCH. Maybe you would think that oftentimes you needed your mom but it was really me who needed you most of the time. Thank you for giving me purpose and meaning. Thank you for making me a very happy mommy."
She also addressed her husband Vic Sotto in the post and expressed her love, "O my ever supportive and loving husband, i am so grateful for you. I look at you now as I type these words and my heart is just filled with love and gratitude. Mahal na mahal kita. Habangbuhay."
Pauleen ended her caption with a note for her "mochi girl" whom she is excited to see. "And to my mochi girl, mommy cannot wait to hug and kiss you tomorrow! You are yet another answered prayer in our lives! I'm so excited to make memories with you and your ate and dad. I love you!"
In July 2023, Pauleen announced on social media that she and Vic were expecting their second child.
In August 2023, they revealed that they were having a baby girl.
Pauleen and Vic tied the knot in January 2016. They welcomed their daughter, Talitha Maria Sotto or Tali, in November 6, 2017.
MEANWHILE, HERE ARE OTHER CELEBRITIES WHO HAVE BEEN DIAGNOSED WITH PCOS:
'Eat Bulaga' Dabarkads Pauleen Luna-Sotto is one of the celebrities who opened up about her PCOS diagnosis.
In an Instagram post, Pauleen Luna said that although her progress in her fitness journey may be a slow one because of her battle with PCOS, she believes in celebrating small wins.
Actress Nadine Samonte has also been open about her pregnancy struggles due to PCOS.
Nadine Samonte is now pregnant with her third child and reveals that she “still have PCOS and mostly APAS.” Antiphospholipid Antibody Syndrome (APAS) is an autoimmune disorder where the immune system mistakenly makes antibodies that up the chances of having blood clots in the veins and arteries. Hence, daily medication is needed.
'Unang Hirit' host Luane Dy reveals having several complications during her pregnancy due to PCOS.
Luane Dy considers her first pregnancy a miracle because she battled a slew of PCOS complications such as hypertension, gestational diabetes, and hemorrhages.
Former actress and TV host Cindy Kurleto reveals that she had to make an extreme lifestyle change after being diagnosed with PCOS.
During the peak of her showbiz career, Cindy Kurleto was diagnosed with PCOS and was advised to slow down by her doctor. She narrated during her 'Just In' interview, “I was maxed out. Then, the doctor told me, 'Your hormones are going crazy. You need to rest if you want to have a chance at family life, at motherhood. You need to give your body some relaxing energy.'"
Bossa nova singer Sitti Navarro is currently pregnant with her second child and considers it a miracle because, just like Nadine Samonte, she has both PCOS and APAS.
In April, Sitti Navarro revealed in an Instagram post that she went through an open surgery during her 13th week of pregnancy to remove a huge ovarian cyst.
Host of Eat Bulaga's Bida Voice: Shy Singing Competition, Inka Magnaye, admitted that she has been battling PCOS since she was 18 years old.
On May 23, 2020, KC Concepcion revealed in Tim Yap's online show that she was diagnosed with PCOS and it was causing her to gain weight.
In April 2022, actress Cai Cortez opened up about her struggle with PCOS. She revealed that the condition triggered her acne breakout.