In a revealing interview on the program ‘Joaquín, el novice’ on Antena 3, Cristina Pedroche opened her heart to talk about her life both professionally and personally. The interview, which took place on the night of Thursday, December 7, began by addressing the topic of the Chimes, as Pedroche prepares to star in the New Year’s Eve celebration for the tenth consecutive season.
The talk, however, turned to more personal aspects, focusing on motherhood and the birth of her daughter Laia Pedroche, the result of her relationship with the renowned chef Dabiz Muñoz. The presenter described Laia as “everything”, expressing: “My daughter is everything. I look at her and say, what peace!”
Pedroche shared intimate details of her postpartum experience, describing a more complex process than she had initially imagined. “It is a duel from the woman I was to the woman I am now. When a baby is born, a mother is also born,” Pedroche confessed. Despite her strength, she admitted to having had a difficult postpartum period and is still in therapy with a perinatal psychologist.
“I was afraid of the car, the stroller, the carrying in case she fell, I didn’t like people picking her up. I don’t want them to look at her or kiss her. I thought it would be easier for me,” she confessed with brutal honesty.
“It’s taboo. Suddenly, you seem like a bad mother for crying. It doesn’t mean that you regret it or don’t love your daughter, but you cry. And now everything makes me sad,” Pedroche shared, challenging stigmas associated with motherhood. The presenter also highlighted the importance of her partner, David Muñoz, in her emotional recovery process: “David says: ‘If you are happy, the girl will be happy too.'”
In addition, Pedroche revealed details about the choice of his daughter’s name and the controversy over surnames. “I liked ‘Laia Pedroche’ because there are many Muñoz,” she explained.
She also spoke about Laia’s appearance, describing her as “beautiful, very good and she is very healthy”, which makes her consider the possibility of having more children. Although David Muñoz is clear about his desire to form a soccer team, Pedroche confessed: “I would like to give Laia a little sister. I want her to be a girl.”
The interview with Cristina Pedroche in ‘Joaquín, el Novato’ not only revealed the most intimate side of the presenter, but also touched sensitive chords about motherhood, demystifying stigmas associated with the postpartum.
Pedroche, known for her energy and vitality on screen, showed her vulnerability by speaking openly about the shadows and challenges she has faced after becoming a mother. Her sincerity not only sheds light on a reality shared by many women, but also highlights the importance of mental health and family support in this transformative journey. In the middle of the talk, Pedroche leaves a resonant reflection: “The family we are building is beautiful.”
