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How Iza Calzado finds calm as she goes through her ‘unexpected’ pregnancy

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Liezel dela Cruz

After her flight as the First Darna in <a href="https://ent.abs-cbn.com/darna" target="_blank">Mars Ravelo’s Darna</a> series, Iza Calzado is gearing up for yet another momentous role – motherhood. Find out how she adjusts to the changes in her life and her preparations as a mom-to-be.In this episode of Magandang Buhay The Podcast, Iza gets real on the highs and lows of her “unexpected” pregnancy. Although it came as a surprise, she believes it’s a God-planned miracle. She said it changed her vision, having to put some projects on hold for her pregnancy.<div><iframe allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="352" loading="lazy" src="https://open.spotify.com/embed/episode/1Jv350XwKY818X4aTB7XYP?utm_source=generator" style="border-radius:12px" width="100%"></iframe></div>Thankfully, her body is responding well to the baby inside her. The physical changes are minimal, apart from her burgeoning tummy. Admittedly, she’s a bit anxious about this big responsibility due to her past experiences in the family home. But she has faith in God’s help. She believes that God will provide her with the right tools and people as she takes on this new role. A good support system is indeed crucial for a first-time mom. Iza is grateful that her husband Ben Wintle is extra supportive, patient, and loving. She also has friends who make her feel cared for and offer comfort during her low moments. It shouldn’t come as a surprise anymore as we often hear stories of her natural maternal instinct from her friends like her <a href="https://ent.abs-cbn.com/angsaiyoayakin" target="_blank">Ang Sa Iyo Ay Akin</a> co-stars Kira Balinger and Jimi Marquez, who made a surprise appearance and shared their messages in this episode.The conversation turned sentimental when Iza thought of her late parents. It takes a different level of bravery for a woman to mother without her own mom by her side. Nevertheless, Iza knows her mom is always with her. In one of her meditation sessions, for instance, she envisioned her mother’s presence as if she was there helping her and calming her thoughts.Iza also imparted beautiful words of affirmation for her daughter, telling the growing baby that she’s loved, she’s a blessing, and she’s safe.Despite the jitters, the 40-year-old actress is ready to fully take on the role of motherhood. She said that much like Leonor (her character in <a href="https://ent.abs-cbn.com/darna" target="_blank">Mars Ravelo’s Darna</a>) is to Narda (Jane de Leon), she also wants to be her daughter’s hero.Listen to Iza and momshies Regine Velasquez, Jolina Magdangal, and Melai Cantiveros’ heartfelt conversation about motherhood in this episode of Magandang Buhay The Podcast.

Magandang Buhay momshies Regine Velasquez, Jolina Magdangal, and Melai Cantiveros welcome Iza Calzado to the ‘momshie’ club. 