Sofia Andres looks back on becoming a parent: ‘Love is not about perfection’

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<p id="isPasted">Three years since giving birth to her daughter Zoe with partner Daniel Miranda, Sofia Andres has come a long way in terms of having to mature earlier after becoming a mom at the age of 21.&nbsp;</p><p>The <a href="http://ent.abs-cbn.com/theironheart" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><u>The Iron Heart</u></strong></a> actress shared some of her latest realizations in a recent post on her social media account.</p><p>She wrote, &ldquo;not my best angle &hellip; but um I just wanna let u know that love is often portrayed as a fairytale, with perfect moments and flawless relationships. but in reality, love is not meant to be perfect. it&rsquo;s messy, challenging, and filled with ups and downs. it took me by surprise when I became pregnant at a young age, but i will never regret the moment I discovered I was going to be a mom.&rdquo;</p><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-2" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/CxDHyIexgSO/embed/?cr=1&v=14&wp=540&rd=https%3A%2F%2Fent-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A2%2C%22os%22%3A205289.90000000596%2C%22ls%22%3A159514.70000000298%2C%22le%22%3A159886.5%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="true" frameborder="0" height="856" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-2" scrolling="no" style="background: white; max-width: 540px; width: calc(100% - 2px); border-radius: 3px; border: 1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219); box-shadow: none; display: block; margin: 0px 0px 12px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0px;"></iframe><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><p><a href="https://push.abs-cbn.com/2023/2/15/look-sofia-andres-shares-valentine-s-day-reflection-i-am-surrounded-by-love-1030" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><u>LOOK: Sofia Andres shares Valentine&rsquo;s Day reflection: &lsquo;I am surrounded by love&rsquo;</u></strong></a></p><p>Talking about taking her role as a mother seriously, the 25-year-old actress said she has found fulfillment in her lifelong role with her family.</p><p>&ldquo;becoming a parent brought a sense of responsibility that I never anticipated. it&rsquo;s a role that requires endless strength and dedication. but it&#39;s also a role that brings immense joy and fulfillment. Being a partner and a mom simultaneously can be overwhelming at times. it requires balance, sacrifice, and learning how to navigate the different roles we play in our loved ones&#39; lives. but through it all, I&#39;ve come to understand that love is not about perfection .. it&#39;s about being there for one another, supporting each other, and cherishing the imperfect moments that make our relationships real,&rdquo; she wrote.&nbsp;</p><p><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-0" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/Cw15gCsxMDc/embed/?cr=1&v=14&wp=540&rd=https%3A%2F%2Fent-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A0%2C%22os%22%3A159899.40000000596%2C%22ls%22%3A159514.70000000298%2C%22le%22%3A159886.5%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="true" frameborder="0" height="857" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-0" scrolling="no" style="background: white; max-width: 540px; width: calc(100% - 2px); border-radius: 3px; border: 1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219); box-shadow: none; display: block; margin: 0px 0px 12px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0px;"></iframe></p><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><p><a href="https://push.abs-cbn.com/2023/2/21/sofia-andres-on-not-getting-married-yet-love-is-different-for-everyone-940" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><u>READ: Sofia Andres on not getting married yet: &lsquo;Love is different for everyone&rsquo;</u></strong></a></p><p>Before ending her post, Sofia summed up what is the biggest lesson she has learned from life so far. &ldquo;So, while my journey may not resemble a fairytale, it is filled with love, growth, and a deep sense of purpose. i wouldn&#39;t trade it for anything in the world. being a partner and a mom has taught me the true meaning of unconditional love and has made me a stronger and more compassionate person,&rdquo; she added.&nbsp;</p><p><a href="https://push.abs-cbn.com/2022/10/16/fresh-scoops/look-sofia-andres-breaks-ground-on-new-house-203086" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><u>LOOK: Sofia Andres breaks ground on new house</u></strong></a></p><p>In another post earlier this month, Sofia also shared a post showing appreciation for her friends, which include her close circle of people in showbiz like Kathryn Bernardo, Daniel Padilla, Maja Salvador, and Alora Sasam.</p><p>She wrote, &ldquo;To all of my friends, I love you. Embrace the beauty of diversity and recognize that each person&rsquo;s journey is their own. Instead of getting caught up in comparison, let us focus on supporting and uplifting one another. Celebrate everyone&rsquo;s unique experiences as well as the challenges they have faced along the way. By fostering an environment of appreciation and understanding, we can create a world where love reigns supreme and competition takes a back seat. Let us all live a life driven by love and devoid of hate, with our hearts dedicated to our passions and crafts. Together, we can build a society that encourages each individual to shine in their own remarkable way.</p>

<p id="isPasted">Three years since giving birth to her daughter Zoe with partner Daniel Miranda, Sofia Andres has come a long way in terms of having to mature earlier after becoming a mom at the age of 21.&nbsp;<p>The <a href="http://ent.abs-cbn.com/theironheart" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><u>The Iron Heart</u></strong></a> actress shared some of her latest realizations in a recent post on her social media account.<p>She wrote, &ldquo;not my best angle &hellip; but um I just wanna let u know that love is often portrayed as a fairytale, with perfect moments and flawless relationships. but in reality, love is not meant to be perfect. it&rsquo;s messy, challenging, and filled with ups and downs. it took me by surprise when I became pregnant at a young age, but i will never regret the moment I discovered I was going to be a mom.&rdquo;

<p>'The Iron Heart' actress Sofia Andres looks back on her parenthood journey and why she will never regret becoming a young mom.</p>

'The Iron Heart' actress Sofia Andres looks back on her parenthood journey and why she will never regret becoming a young mom.

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