Valerie doesn't regret being a mom at 16

Author: Boy Villasanta, Abs-cbnNEWS.com
Column: Entertainment

"Wowowee" co-host Valerie Concepcion doesn't cry over spilt milk. She accepts whatever comes her way, good or bad. Her being a mother at an early age was the most trying moment in her life.

"Pero marami po akong natutunan sa nangyari sa akin no'n," confessed Concepcion.

Now, the 21-year-old actress and TV host is more mature and judicious.

This maturity and sound judgment make her more fascinating and exciting. These, naturally, add to her beauty inside and out.

When I talked to her recently at the backstage of "Wowowee," she was always smiling and there was no dull moment with her.

"Ngayon, masaya ako sa lahat ng bagay pero hindi ko naman sinasabi na hindi ako masaya noon na may boyfriend ako," said Concepcion.

For her, it was the highest point in her life-to be in love. Although she and the father of her kid did not end happily ever after, she remained optimistic.

Concepcion was 16 years old and her career in show business was still young when she got pregnant in 2004. Her boyfriend was the first cousin of the late young actor Miko Sotto.

Unlike other stars, the actress did not hide her pregnancy. Now, she is a proud single parent to her four-year old daughter, Fiona.

"Madalas po, nasa Concepcion, Tarlac (her hometown) ang baby ko. Umuuwi po ako roon regularly. Madalas din, nandito ang Mama ko sa Manila. I am happy [because] my parents are supportive of me," she said.

Source: ABS-CBN News