Cristine Reyes: Premature daughter to win battle
MANILA–Kapamilya actress Cristine Reyes shared her pain of giving birth to daughter Amarah, who was born on Feb. 8, weeks ahead of schedule.
The actress said she fought hard for weeks and was advised by doctors to be put on total bed rest. She even spent her birthday (Feb. 5) in the hospital.
“I was monitored every two hours for a while. I was in and out of the delivery room. But then, time has come that Amarah wanted to see the world, which none can control. That feeling of love was instantaneous,” Cristine said on Instagram.
“However, she came a little too early than expected and now in need of critical care and assistance. It’s hard to see her handled by different people in the NICU. I just hope and pray that she’s well taken cared for. I realized that no one can beat the loving and tender care of a mother.”
Since she was born premature, Amarah will have to stay in the hospital for the next few weeks. Cristine said this breaks her and boyfriend Ali Khatibi’s hearts.
“We’ve been fighting for our little angel and now she has to fight this alone. If it were in my hands, I’d love for my daughter to reach full term. I did everything to make sure that she was healthy. I read books, seek advice from my in-laws, family, friends and professionals to make sure all was well,” she said.
Cristine also shrugged off negative criticism arising from the preterm birth. She said she does not want to pay attention to those comments.
“I just don’t think it’s fair when people judge me and saying that it was my fault. I plan to disregard NEGATIVITY in my life. My only priority right now is our little fighter,” she said.
“I actually don’t really need to explain myself. Our baby is getting stronger everyday and we will be with her throughout the fight. She’s our wonderful blessing. She will win this battle like a champ, just like her father.”