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Nadia Montenegro’s daughter Annyka Asistio welcomes first child

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Alyana De Guzman

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<p>Anykka Asistio, daughter of actress Nadia Montenegro and the late former Caloocan City Mayor Macario “Boy” Asistio, has begun a new journey as a mother after giving birth to her first child with husband Jom Gatbonton. </p><p>In an Instagram post shared on January 16, Anykka shared the arrival of their healthy baby boy, Jose Yñigo, and opened about the experience that led to one of the most meaningful moments of her life. </p><p>In the video, Anykka recounted how her labor began in the early morning of January 8. Throughout the long hours, her husband remained by her side, offering steady support. After 12 hours of labor, her gynecologist advised an emergency Caesarean section. </p><p>Their baby boy was born at 6:59 p.m. The moment Anykka had skin-to-skin contact with her son, she was quickly filled with emotion and broke into tears. </p><p>Her mother, Nadia, was also present at the hospital and was seen waiting outside the operating room, ready to welcome her grandson and the newest addition to their family. </p><p>Hours after the operation, Jom gently took care of their newborn as Anykka rested and recovered, quietly stepping into his new role as a father. </p><div><br/></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-4" src="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DTh2qk3EmtS/embed/captioned/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=607&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A4%2C%22os%22%3A18621835.699999988%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="1089" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-4" 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></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><p>Reflecting on their first days as parents, Anykka wrote in the caption, </p><p>“Life lately part 5: PARENTHOOD </p><p>Exactly one week into parenthood, and it’s easily the most overwhelming yet fulfilling role we’ve ever taken on. 🥹 Every bit of pain disappears the moment we look at the beautiful face of this little boy we created. </p><p>Our hearts are so full, and we’re incredibly grateful for all the love and support we’ve received—especially from our moms. ❤️ couldn’t have done it without them both!” </p><p>In an earlier post, Anykka also shared photos of their newborn and expressed her emotions as she welcomed their son, writing: </p><p>“January 8, 2026 — I guess this is what love really feels like @jomgatbonton 💙 </p><p>Welcome to our world, Jose Yñigo 🥹” </p><div><br/></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-5" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/DTSTSx-kk_x/embed/captioned/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=607&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A5%2C%22os%22%3A18621848.199999988%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="1026" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-5" 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></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><p>Following her posts, messages of congratulations poured in from friends and followers. </p><p>“Welcome to motherhood, sister! Congratulations 😭♥️,” one wrote. </p><p>“I&#x27;m crying!!! Always worth the pain. Definitely having another one! It&#x27;s the best experience ever! Congratulations!️,” another added. </p><p>Anykka and Jom first announced their engagement in July last year. By August, they shared that they were expecting what they described as the “greatest blessing” they had been praying for, as they prepared to become parents. In October, the couple revealed through a gender reveal celebration that they were having a baby boy. </p><div><br/></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-6" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/DTIGZTDksff/embed/captioned/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=607&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A6%2C%22os%22%3A18621859.199999988%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="1116" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-6" 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></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><p>Annyka entered the entertainment industry at the age of 14 and is known for her roles in films such as <em>100 Tula Para Kay Stella</em>, <em>Amnesia Love</em>, and <em>Indak</em>.  </p>

<p>Anykka Asistio has entered a new season in her life as she welcomed her first child with husband Jom Gatbonton. Sharing moments from her birthing journey, the actress reflected on the challenges, emotions, and gratitude that came with becoming a parent, marking a milestone for their growing family. </p>

Anykka Asistio has entered a new season in her life as she welcomed her first child with husband Jom Gatbonton. Sharing moments from her birthing journey, the actress reflected on the challenges, emotions, and gratitude that came with becoming a parent, marking a milestone for their growing family.

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Nadia Montenegro’s daughter Anykka Asistio welcomes first child

Alyana De Guzman,

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Published January 19, 2026 01:27 PM PHT

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Updated January 20, 2026 08:58 AM PHT

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