AJ Raval speaks out on the struggles of hiding her motherhood

• Actress AJ Raval admitted that she skipped professional medical checkups during her pregnancies to keep her children hidden from the public eye
• She revealed that she resorted to self-medicating and researching vitamins online because she was afraid of being spotted by people at hospitals
• One of the most painful experiences she shared was having her eldest child call her "Ate" in public to maintain the secrecy of their relationship
• AJ and Aljur Abrenica decided to finally reveal their children because they wanted to be free and give their kids normal celebrations and public outings

Former Vivamax Queen AJ Raval has finally broken her silence on one of the most talked-about mysteries in Philippine showbiz. In a deeply personal interview on "Toni Talks," AJ opened up about the heavy price she paid for keeping her relationship with Aljur Abrenica and their children away from the prying eyes of the public.

The actress shocked viewers when she admitted that her fear of being discovered was so intense that it affected her health. Because she didn't want anyone to see her pregnant, AJ chose to skip the doctor entirely. “Mahirap. isipin n’yo po hindi po ako nagpapa-check up. Ginagamot ko ang sarili ko nagse-search ako ng vitamins,” AJ confessed. This level of secrecy meant she had to navigate the physical and emotional challenges of pregnancy without professional medical guidance, relying only on her own research to ensure she and her babies were okay.

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The secrecy didn't end with her pregnancy. Once the children were born, the family lived in a state of constant caution. AJ shared that strangers would often linger near their home just to catch a glimpse or a photo of the kids. The emotional weight peaked when she had to hide her maternal bond in public. She recalled the heartbreaking moment her eldest child would call her "Ate" instead of "Mama" whenever they were out. However, things have changed now that the couple has decided to be open. “Ngayon po kinausap ko na po siya sabi ko ‘okay na tawagin mo akong mommy. Okay na tayo,’” she shared.

AJ Raval, the daughter of action star Jeric Raval, rose to fame as a top star in the digital streaming era, often known for her bold roles. Her relationship with Aljur Abrenica was a subject of intense speculation for years, especially following Aljur's high-profile split from Kylie Padilla. For a long time, AJ denied pregnancy rumors, but she now explains that the decision to hide was fueled by a desire to protect her children from gossip and harassment.

Today, AJ is focused on a future defined by transparency. She explained that she and Aljur grew tired of the constant hiding. “Kasi gusto na po naming matapos, gusto namin maging malaya,” she said. Her hiling is for her children to grow up resilient and free from the influence of outside opinions. By coming clean, she hopes to finally give her children the big birthday celebrations and simple strolls in the park they deserve.

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The journey to this public revelation has been filled with even more private heartaches that AJ is only now beginning to share with her supporters.

In a separate segment of her emotional interview, AJ Raval recalled the heartbreaking moment she lost a son, whom they named Junior. The actress spoke about the pain of losing a child while dealing with the pressures of her career and private life. This loss added another layer of grief to the challenges she was already facing during her time away from the spotlight.

AJ Raval also went into detail about the psychological toll of hiding her motherhood, specifically how it felt to be called "Ate" by her own child. She described the relief she felt when she finally told her eldest that it was okay to call her "Mommy" in front of other people. This revelation highlighted the domestic sacrifices she made to maintain her public image at the time.

Source: KAMI.com.gh