RACHEL TALLEON became aware of fame?s upside/downside at a young age, while studying at Colegio de Santa Rosa where she was discovered as a TV model for a toothpaste brand.

She did the crossover to become a movie star and was renamed Dawn Zulueta, who even showed her talent in singing and hosting as one of Kuya Germs? angels every Sunday lunch.

After a string of notable films, especially the now-classic and critically-acclaimed ?Hihintayin Kita Sa Langit,? Dawn has settled down with Rep. Anton Lagdameo and gave birth to son Jacobo. She spends most of her time in Davao City where she helps her husband in outreach programs.

Now, she could be one of the most beloved moms in show business. Most have painted Dawn as a true woman of substance.

?Why, thank you!? Dawn enthuses, ?You can give credit to my husband Anton and first-born Jacobo for giving me the drive to be a better person, either as a wife and mother. Marriage and motherhood really do bring out the best in a woman.?

The day Dawn realized she was pregnant again was indeed a memorable one for the actress. They waited for a long time to have Jacobo and to have found out about the second pregnancy. She remembers waking up Anton earlier than he was accustomed to.

?He was a bit surprised at first. When the news sank in, he sat up wide awake. He was thrilled and very grateful for the wonderful blessing.?

Further ultrasound tests showed that the coming baby is a girl.

Dawn gives credit to her team of doctors who are ensuring a safe pregnancy: They are familiar with the difficulties that Dawn encountered while pregnant with Jacobo. So far, everything is leading smoothly to the July date with the stork.

As with every aspect of her motherhood, her kids? nutrition is a vital concern. Dawn searched far and wide for the appropriate supplement to give Jacobo. ?I used GainPlus Advance as the milk supplement for Jacobo?s young life,? she explains. ?It was the milk recommended by his pediatrician.?

While Dawn lives the life that so many dream of, one thing that connects her to moms everywhere is her concern for the health and nourishment of Jacobo, and her soon-to-be-born daughter.