Katrina Halili, ipinaliwanag kung bakit nagba-vlog at nagbebenta ng balm

• Katrina Halili recently opened up about her side hustles to support her daughter Katie's needs
• The actress admitted she doesn't always have TV projects, so she turned to vlogging and selling balm as additional sources of income
• The Kapuso star shared how these activities help cover the expensive therapies for her 13-year-old daughter, who has mild autism spectrum disorder
• Katrina expressed gratitude for the time and opportunities that allow her to bond with Katie while meeting their financial responsibilities

Katrina Halili has bravely defended her decision to vlog and sell balm, explaining that these efforts help provide for her daughter Katie's ongoing needs.

The actress shared this in a heartfelt YouTube vlog, where she got real about life as a mom to a child with special needs.

The TV personality revealed that Katie was diagnosed with mild autism spectrum disorder after showing signs like a lack of eye contact. Now 13 years old, Katie has been through various therapies over the years, including behavioral therapy, speech therapy, and occupational therapy. Katrina highlighted how costly these treatments can be, especially since they started when Katie was just three years old.

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Recently, the proud mom happily announced that Katie completed her stem cell therapy, a process that cost millions. Budget remains a big consideration for the family when it comes to Katie's care.

Katrina explained that without consistent TV work, she had to find other ways to earn. She turned to vlogging alongside Katie and selling balm. These activities not only bring in income but also give her precious bonding time with her daughter.

She feels blessed, saying it seems like a blessing from above that social media opened up opportunities for them. Even without regular projects, she can still handle responsibilities and pay for what Katie needs.

The actress stays positive about having more time for Katie right now. At the same time, she knows she can't get too comfortable because the expenses continue as her daughter grows.

If a new job comes, she would prioritize it, but she also values the balance she has found. Katrina has been working for years, yet the responsibilities for Katie's care don't end.

Through it all, the celebrity shows her dedication as a mother. She keeps pushing forward for her child's wellness and future.

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Source: GMA Entertainment

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.

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.

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.

Source: KAMI.com.gh