Soon-To-Be Mom Of 4 Iya Villania Says, 'I'm Gonna Try To Work Until My 38th Week! Laban!'

"Ikaw na talaga mamsh!" 

Workaholic mamas can relate to Iya Villania-Arellano when she said that she's still working even at 37 weeks.

The 24 Oras' Chika Minute host is pregnant with her fourth baby with Drew Arellano.

Iya reveals, it's her first time to work this long before taking her maternity leave.

"First time to still be working at 37 weeks! I normally take my maternity leave starting on my 37th week and deliver 2 weeks after so this time I’m gonna try work until my 38th [week]. Laban!"

Celebrity moms Coleen Garcia, Kryz Uy, and Camille Prats praise the preggy mama.

Mom of 3 Nadine Samonte commented, "Ang galing mo. Lakas!"

A mom shared, "Go mama! I was still working on the day I got into labor (at night) with my firstborn."

Another mom quipped, "You are such an inspiration, Iya. Keep at it!"

Drew called her "El preggo magnifico!"

The secret is staying active

The 35-year-old actress and host, who is fond of posting their co-sleeping situation at home, said that her kids are "life's greatest blessings."

In all her pregnancies, Iya has been staying active and sharing her workouts. 

In her Instagram post on May 13, she said, "I really have been blessed to still be able to move, work and workout thru yet another pregnancy. So far I’ve always given birth just as I enter my 39th week even with my daily workouts!"

She adds, with Alana she delivered her when she was 38 weeks and 6 days.

"Let’s see if #4 arrives at the same time! Aiming for June 6!"

READ MORE: Iya Villania Is NOT Exercising To Keep The Pregnancy Weight Off

How long can you work while pregnant?

According to Babycenter, most women are able to keep working while pregnant up until their due date. However, factors such as if your job is strenous, or the work environment is unhealthy to you and the baby, or you have a delicate pregnancy, your OB-Gyn might advise you to stop working.

Every pregnancy is unique, and every job is different, so it is best to heed your OB-Gyn's advice when it comes to taking your maternity leave for you and your baby's health and well-being.

Tips on how to stay comfortable at work while pregnant

1. Take breaks

If you have no choice but to continue working while pregnant, the least you can do is to make sure to take a few minutes to rest in between tasks. If your job entails you to stand for hours, take time to sit down and put your feet up. You can also walk around to keep your feet and ankles from swelling.

2. Hydrate and eat healthy

Eat healthy and nutritious meals, and choose food that are rich in fiber such as vegetables and whole grains to avoid pregnancy constipation. Read about the correct food portions for pregnant and breasfeeding moms here.

3. Wear comfy clothes and shoes

Iya shares, her outfit in her post was made for her pregnancy with Alana. "I never got down to wearing it because WFH happened where I only needed tops." Check out here some maternity clothes that you can wear.

In the end, work can wait, but your baby and your health should be the priority.

Will you get paid for work done during your maternity leave? Find out here.