Kris Bernal recently bared her soul about her journey towards motherhood.
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Approaching the final days before giving birth for the first time, she surprised her followers with a sizzling maternity pictorial, showcasing her radiant and confident preggo look.
Wearing an orange bikini top with a sheer, camo-printed super crop hoodie over it, sage green bottoms, and blue thigh-high boots, Kris is every bit a strong, empowered first-time mom who unapologetically flaunts her baby bump with pizzazz.
But beyond the glamour, Kris's heartfelt message about embracing motherhood takes precedence.
Known for her dedication and passion in the entertainment industry, Kris candidly shared how her life took an unexpected turn upon learning about the growing life inside her.
She related, "I’ve always loved the hustle and bustle of being in the limelight. [camera emoji]
"The showbiz grind was never easy but I’m so passionate that all I did was work, work, work harder to become better at my craft."
Alluding to her strong work ethic, Kris quipped, "Alexa, please queue “Work” by Rihanna...
"That was me a few months ago, until I’ve come to know there’s a growing human inside me. [pregnant emoji]"
Her excitement for showbiz was now intermingled with the thrill of impending motherhood.
She attributed the pregnancy to God's perfect timing, recognizing it as a gift that led her to where she was meant to be: "From working non-stop to becoming a momSHE—this complete shift in my life caught me off guard. [traffic light emoji]"
Time became her most precious commodity, giving her the chance to connect, reflect, and experience the full spectrum of emotions that came with this life-changing chapter.
"It's not an accident. It’s God's timing," she ascertained.
"God led me here where I was supposed to be. The main thing being, time. What a gift. And, I've had so much time. [clock emoji]
"Time to not work. Time to be with my husband. Time to rest, to think, to feel. I've never had so much time and all I can feel in this time is GRATITUDE and LOVE. [emoji]
"Words can’t express how grateful I am for this timing and blessing. I’ve discovered a lot of things about myself and above all, I realized that being a mom is the most significant and fulfilling job in the world."
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In a succeeding post a few hours later, Kris didn't shy away from acknowledging the hardships she faced throughout her pregnancy.
Still keeping to the military-themed shoot, the 34-year-old actress wears a sage green bralette, matched with a cropped faux fur jacket, stylized camo cargo pants, black leather fingerless gloves, and black leather stiletto-heeled boots.
Bravely sharing the post on July 28, 2023, she encouraged fellow moms to "Take a moment to be proud of yourself for surviving all the days that felt impossible. [pregnant emoji]
"Pregnancy is hard, for some, for me! It’s not the same for all of us. And, I’m a big believer in acknowledging the struggles as much as the wins. [wink emoji]"
This level of openness touched a sensitive spot with many expectant mothers who may also find themselves navigating unfamiliar territory: "I’ve struggled physically, mentally, and emotionally.
"A lot of things are all new for me," she explained.
"I feel like a stranger in my own body. And, just like any pregnant woman, I also experienced all the symptoms possible.
"I have weathered the storm, stood in the fire, and survived! [flexed biceps emoji]
"And, when you realize everything’s happening for such an important reason, you just surrender to the changes and be amazed by how powerful and strong you are! [clapping emoji]"
The message serves as a powerful reminder to all expectant mothers and women in general, to take pride in their journeys no matter how challenging they may seem.
Kris concluded, "I actually didn’t need solutions! I just wanted to be seen, heard, and understood in the moments of sacrifice and vulnerability and everything that goes into creating a human!
"And, thank you to those who understand what I’m experiencing and don’t judge me on my hard days."
Kris and Perry's delightful marriage surprise led to an even more magical revelation—announcing their pregnancy on March 3, 2023.
Since then, Kris's social media has become a heartwarming journey, inviting followers to share in her joy and growth.
Now, the excitement builds as they await the arrival of their little star.
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