Katrina Halili at Kris Lawrence, bukas sa usapang co-parenting sa kanilang anak na si Katie

• Katrina Halili and Kris Lawrence emphasize teamwork and patience in raising their daughter, Katie, diagnosed with mild autism
• Katrina describes herself as the strict parent, ensuring routines and boundaries for Katie
• Kris takes a gentler approach, focusing on love, explanations, and calming moments
• The former couple continues to collaborate on Katie’s care, therapy, and future opportunities

Former couple Katrina Halili and Kris Lawrence are sharing insights on co-parenting their daughter, Katie, who was diagnosed with mild autism spectrum disorder.

In a recent YouTube vlog, both parents emphasized the importance of communication, understanding, and patience in raising a child with special needs.

"Raising a child like Katie requires teamwork," says Katrina.

She lives with their daughter and manages the daily routines.

Katrina admits that she takes on the disciplinarian role at home.

"Ako 'yung strict kasi kailangan ko kasing maging istrikto sa kanya dahil mahirap kapag 'di takot sa 'kin si Katie," she explains.

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She adds that setting boundaries has helped Katie learn limits.

"Ngayon, tingnan ko lang s'ya, alam na n'yang 'di na n'yang gagawin 'yung dapat 'di n'yang gawin."

Meanwhile, Kris Lawrence shares that he leans toward a gentler style.

"Iba 'yung approach namin. Mine is explaining. I try to make her understand the situation. More on love," he says.

He focuses on calming Katie with hugs and kisses, waiting for her to settle before addressing behavior.

Despite their split in 2014 after five years together, Katrina and Kris have maintained a strong co-parenting arrangement. Kris acknowledges that while Katrina handles most daily responsibilities, he sometimes spoils their daughter.

"Sa kanya nakatira si Katie, so she has to be the disciplinarian. And since I see her not as much as Kat, ayoko namang maging disciplinarian kapag magkasama kami," he admits.

The couple continues to prioritize Katie’s well-being, supporting her through therapies, including recently completed stem cell treatments. Kris is also working on securing her U.S. citizenship to ensure long-term stability and opportunities.

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Through their shared efforts, Katrina and Kris demonstrate that co-parenting a child with autism requires balance, patience, and unwavering love.

Katrina Halili first gained fame as the inaugural "Ultimate StarStruck Survivor" and has become a trusted dramatic actress. Her past relationship with singer Kris Lawrence, known for hits like "Kung Malaya Lang Ako," was a notable showbiz story. Although their romance ended, both remain committed to co-parenting their daughter, Katie. Kris shared that their communication flows "beautifully" and they aim to maintain it for everyone’s happiness. Outside family matters, Katrina continues to share glimpses of her daily life and her special bond with Katie, moments that often trend on social media and delight fans.

A recent lie detector vlog led Kris Lawrence to reflect on his past with Katrina Halili. The singer admitted he is open to rekindling their relationship if both are single in 10 years. Katrina, however, responded with caution, saying the future is unpredictable. Despite this, Kris emphasized the value of their past together. "I would still choose our relationship because it gave me Katie," he said, referring to their daughter. The couple, though no longer together, continues to co-parent and focus on raising Katie, highlighting the lasting impact of their shared journey.

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Meanwhile, Katrina Halili tackled her long-standing “mataray” image in a recent YouTube vlog, calling it often misunderstood. During a lie detector test with ex-partner Kris Lawrence, she clarified misconceptions about her personality. The Kapuso actress explained that her past roles as a kontrabida and her physical features contribute to how people perceive her. She stressed that personality is different from first impressions. "People may think I’m stern at first, but I can be warm once they get to know me," Katrina said, highlighting that what’s seen on screen or at first glance doesn’t define her true character.

Source: KAMI.com.gh