Host and actress **Iya Villania** couldn’t hold back her emotions as she opened up for the first time about the challenging journey of giving birth to her fifth child with husband **Drew Arellano**. In a recent interview, Iya broke down in tears as she recalled the difficult and emotional moments of this birth.
Despite having given birth before, her fifth pregnancy presented Iya with challenges she had never experienced before. **She revealed that this was the most difficult birth of her life**, leaving her feeling both physically and mentally exhausted.
“I thought I was stronger after my four previous births, but this one was different. There were times when I felt like I couldn’t make it through,” Iya shared, choking up.
Throughout her pregnancy, she encountered many health issues, causing her family to worry. But with the full support of her husband Drew Arellano, as well as the doctors and family, she was able to overcome it.
Iya also said that during labor, there were moments when she thought she could not continue. “I was really scared. There were times when I thought the worst,” she said through tears.
But with determination, mental strength and the love of Drew and her children, she was resilient to overcome. Drew was always by her side, holding her hand tightly, encouraging her every second and minute.
**Drew Arellano: “Iya is a true warrior”**
Drew Arellano could not hide his pride in his wife. He shared:
*”I’ve always known Iya to be strong, but this time she’s a real warrior. I can’t imagine what she’s been through, but I know she’s doing everything for her family.”*
He also thanked the medical team who helped his wife through this difficult birth.
Despite the many difficulties, the moment **their fifth child cried out into the world erased all the pain and worries**. The happy couple welcomed another little angel into their family, and Iya said **everything she went through was worth it**.
Currently, both mother and child are in stable health. Iya Villania is taking time to rest and recover, while enjoying happy moments with her large family.
Iya’s emotional story not only moved fans to tears, but also inspired them about the strength and sacrifice of a mother. **She has proven that no matter how difficult things are, love for family is always the greatest motivation to overcome all challenges.**
Chika Minute host Iya Villania gave birth to her fifth child with Drew Arellano this Tuesday morning.
On social media, Drew posted a photo of the new member of their growing family.
The caption stated the name of their new baby, Anya Love Villania-Arellano, and the date of birth as February 11, 2025, as well as the time: 10:52am.
The post was flooded with likes and congratulations from their followers and fellow celebrities such as Carla Abellana, Saab Magalona, Bea Fabregas, Shaira Diaz, and others.
With the arrival of Anya Love, Iya and Drew now have two daughters and three sons.
In September 2024, the couple announced their upcoming baby, which was not “planned.”
Iya and Drew got married in 2014, with their previous four children being Primo, Leon, Alana, and Astro