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Millennial parents dani barretto and xavi panlilio on growing up and moving out.

• by Modern Parenting Team
• January 25, 2021

In their first ever feature as a family, Dani Barretto and Xavi Panlilio share their insights on parenthood, being newlyweds (ish) and moving into their own home 

It was a quiet weekday morning at the Barretto-Panlilio household — Dani was getting photographed, Xavi had just finished getting ready and patiently waited for us to finish Dani’s first layout so he could make his coffee . And little miss Millie was upstairs giggling while playing with her yaya . The Dani Barretto we saw that day was different — she has definitely matured, and despite all the multitasking, was surprisingly relaxed. 

Dani, what have you been up to since you guys got married?

Xavi and I have been married for almost two years now, and have been parents to Millie for a little over a year. We finally just moved into this new home around six months ago because the pandemic caused so many delays. So, it’s been pretty busy.

Oh wow! So, come to think of it, it really does seem like you’ve been playing “house” throughout the quarantine. 

Yes, pretty much. Between getting the house ready, packing up our stuff from the old place and taking care of a baby, it has been a pretty good distraction from the pandemic and our quarantine life. It’s one of the perks of having just moved in — we really enjoy staying home .

So Dani, judging by your Instagram feed, we can really feel the shift of the content you create—from being a single girl to being married, then being a mom. How has this journey been like for you thus far?

Honestly, I knew that I always wanted to be a mom. I am the eldest of five siblings and I am so close to all of them. I formed a special bond with my youngest sister, Erich — being that I am the eldest and she is the youngest. I was her second mom, always so protective and doting.

Ever since I moved out of the house, I make a conscious effort to stay in touch with her and to let her know that I will love her and be there for her no matter what. Thanks to Erich, Leon, Claudia and Julia, being a mom came to me so naturally because of all the years of practice and experience.

Of course, parenting my own child is a lot more intense, that’s why I am so grateful for Xavi for helping me out and for taking his role as a dad to Millie so seriously. 

Before we get into married life, Xavi, can you tell us about your love story.

Well, we didn’t start out as friends, that’s for sure. We didn’t even know each other or anything about one another prior to the first time we met. So it all started four years ago. We went to La Union with our respective group of friends and then we were introduced to each other. So I guess there was already some kind of chemistry there, but nothing crazy. It was more of wanting to get to know her more and I was hoping vice versa.

So later that night, I decided to message her on Instagram to see if she wanted to hang out again the following day. After I hit send, I felt kinda ridiculous because she has hundreds of thousands of followers so my message would most likely just get buried along with all the other message requests. I intended to delete it, but fell asleep.

When I woke up the next morning, the first thing I saw on my phone was her message reply, and she said she yes. So, ever since that day, we have been inseparable. It’s actually serendipitous if you think about it because had I deleted that message, she never would have seen it, and we both would have just gone our separate ways. 

How is your adjustment to married life? And from married life to parenthood?

In terms of married life, it’s the same as our dating life, but different — if that makes sense at all. It’s the same in the sense that we still have fun with each other, we talk about everything, we are together everyday especially now that we are in quarantine, but now, there’s just more responsibility for one another because of the commitment we made.

And as far as being parents, it’s something we take very seriously. We both come from big families, we both have four siblings each, so we really have a handle on what it’s like. We know what we loved about our childhood and what we disliked growing up, so as much as possible, we learn from those experiences. Being parents to Millie is a huge responsibility but she has really added so much happiness to our lives, and that of our families because she is the first and only grandchild on both sides. She is so loved and we are so thankful for that. And as far as time, we spend time with both sides as equally as we can. So far, so good.

Let’s talk about parenting styles. Who is the “good cop” and who is the “bad cop?”

Xavi: I am definitely the bad cop. I know it’s weird because usually daughters are daddies’ girls. I actually had to assume the role because she is so spoiled to Dani. It’s crazy.

Dani: That’s true. She is stuck to me forever and I can never get mad at her. I guess my maternal instincts are so strong and she can sense it, but I also can’t help it. 

You know this dynamic can all change as she gets older, right? Especially when you have more kids. Speaking of which, do you have plans of having more kids?

Definitely, but not right away. Millie is only a year old so we want to enjoy her first, let her relish being the only child and grandchild for now. But later on, we would like to have one more. No more than three kids for sure. Three is our max.

You guys are the epitome of “modern parents.” You are Millennials with a Generation Alpha kid — parenting in not just the digital age, but in this “new normal.” What advice do you have for other young couples out there about relationships and being first time parents?

Xavi: Well as far as relationships, what I can share from experience is to be up front with your partner. Even during the dating phase, be honest about your plans — if you want to get married or not, if you want to have kids or not, and other stuff that matters do you. This is the only way to know if you and your partner are compatible or have things in common. Usually people shy away from these topics, and they figure it out when it’s too late. But to me and to Dani, it was important to both of us, so we talked about all of this earlier. If our morals, beliefs and plans are not aligned, then we really don’t have a future together. Just lay your cards on the table and you can’t go wrong.

Dani: And guys, communication is key. Always discuss things with your partner because it’s the only way for you to understand one another. Things are not always what it seems.

As for parenthood, it is definitely not the same as being a second mom to my siblings. And it doesn’t come with a manual either. A lot of it is trial and error, persistence, patience and having a support system. As first time parents, we honestly don’t have time to research things as they happen. When we run into issues, we use our better judgment, and if that doesn’t work, we ask each other for help, and if that still doesn’t work, we call for help. Millie is thriving and she is a very independent toddler who knows what she wants. We want to cultivate her individuality so we plan to send her to a Montessori school once kids can attend school again.

Xavi: Yes, that’s important to us — to raise her with a sense of independence, taking cues from her strengths and interests as she grows older. And of course learning to deal with the downside of life because it can be messy and ugly at times. 

So Dani, what can we look forward to from you guys in the near future?

We had a Podcast that we are in the process revamping. It’s about being married or being in a relationship. I also want to do more cooking vlogs — easy dishes for young moms who don’t have a lot of time or a big kitchen. And maybe something with Millie when she is older. 

This young and dynamic family is such a joy to be around. They’re easy going, easy to talk to and very honest. And being new to almost everything — married life, parenthood and running their own household, it can be challenging and quite overwhelming. But with a partnership like Xavi and Dani’s, there is no doubt they will pass with flying colors — all while having fun!

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MANILA, Philippines – Vlogger Dani Barretto and businessman Xavi Panlilio welcomed the birth of their first child, Camilla Marguerite.

On Friday, September 13, Dani shared on Instagram a photo of her new baby girl in the arms of her husband.

“My heart and soul in one picture. Lord you’re amazing. Thank you,” she wrote.

View this post on Instagram A post shared by Dani Barretto-Panlilio (@danibarretto) on Sep 12, 2019 at 6:02pm PDT

“Hello everyone, meet our daughter, Camilla Marguerite B. Panlilio.   You can call her Millie.”

Dani also shared a photo of her daughter holding on to her finger, with the caption, “I am so in love with you, my Millie girl.”

View this post on Instagram A post shared by Dani Barretto-Panlilio (@danibarretto) on Sep 13, 2019 at 2:08am PDT

The couple got married in April 2019  and announced the pregnancy in June.   – Rappler.com

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Toby panlilio biography.

Toby Panlilio is a Filipino disc jockey (DJ) and restaurateur. He is the brother of Xavi who is married to Dani Barretto, the daughter of actress and politician Marjorie Barretto and actor Kier Legaspi.

Personal Information Nickname –> Toby Birth Date –> (Age ) Birthplace –> Philippines Brother –> Xavi Panlilio

Love Life Toby is the current boyfriend of actress and model Lauren Young .

Career Toby co-owns the Made Nice Supper Club in Legazpi Village, Makati with Jack and Gabbi Flores, chef Raulito Forés, and Wren Go.

Toby is also known as DJ 420 and goes around the metro performing in some of the hippiest night clubs.

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Dani Barretto and Xavi Panlilio tie the knot in Makati

MANILA, Philippines — Dani Barretto and businessman Xavi Panlilio tied the knot at the Santuario de San Antonio Parish in Makati on Tuesday.

“Just got married!!!!!” Barretto wrote in an Instagram story.

Screengrab from @danibarretto on Instagram

Dani donned a wedding gown designed by Patricia Santos as seen in an Instagram story by fashion stylist Cath Sobrevega.

Screengrab from @cathsobrevega on Instagram

Beauty queen Michele Gumabao also shared clips of Panlilio walking down the aisle with his parents and Dani with her mom, Marjorie Barretto.

Screengrab from @gumabaomichele on Instagram

Among the personalities in attendance at the wedding dubbed as “#XavingDaniForever” were Barretto’s best friend Bela Padilla, Chie Filomeno, Patrick Sugui, Joshua Garcia and MJ Cayabyab.

Screengrab from @chiefilomeno on Instagram

Singer-songwriter couple Jason Hernandez and Moira dela Torre likewise witnessed Barretto and Panlilio’s special day.

Screengrab from @bela on Instagram

Barretto got engaged with Panlilio last February after the latter proposed in front of the former’s family and friends. /ee

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Dani Barretto and Xavi Panlilio: ‘Our house is done’, Here’s A Glimpse

Take a peek of the new house of dani barretto and xavi panlilio..

DANI BARRETTO – Here’s a glimpse of the newly-constructed family home of married couple Xavi Panlilio and Dani Barretto which they shared in new vlog.

Marjorie Barretto’s first born Dani Barretto is her child with former actor  Kier Legaspi . She is married to Xavi Panlilio  and they now have one daughter who they called Millie . After marrying, they transferred in a house where they rented temporarily while their own house is still under construction.

It is a three-level structure which is now finished and they have already moved in. The  property  is a wedding present they received from the parents of her husband which they are very grateful about. And now, in a new vlog, they shared their activities to complete their house and just like any other, they were tired and very stressed as they were really hands on.

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And here are some of the comments from the netizens:

I see Ate Dani’s maturity side now. She is so kind and loving person inside and out.. She changed for a better woman now.. I can’t wait for the official house tour. I was looking forward pa naman to see millie. Anw, cant wait to see a house tour! ❤

In an Instagram post, they shared some photos of them when they hosted a lunch for the first time in their new home to which the very first guests are their parents. Grateful to her in laws, she wrote, “To my in laws, thank you so much for everything! We’ll forever be grateful for the gift of our home. We love you so much.”

And as for her mother, she’s very thankful for all the teachings and guidance she has done to her to be the wife that she is now – a very good cook, a mother like her, and a home maker.

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Dani Barretto starts construction of family's "forever home"

Dani Barretto is excited to move into their "forever home."

In an exclusive interview with PEP.ph (Philippine Entertainment Portal) held on Monday, June 20, 2022, the celebrity mom revealed that she and her husband Xavi Panlilio have already begun the construction of their new home.

"We just recently bought a lot so we’re building a house very soon," Dani told PEP.ph at the Watsons Switch and Save Shopping Party held at SM Megamall.

She continued, "So that’s gonna be the next big step for us sa family."

It's been two years since Dani and her family moved into their home, which she previously revealed was a gift from her husband's parents.

Dani said their new house will be completed by the first quarter of 2023, if there will be no delays in the construction.

"Probably by first quarter next year, okay na yung bahay namin. Nag-i-start na [yung construction], and, hopefully, matapos on time. Wala nang [delay].

"Kasi nung una kaming nagbi-build ng bahay, pandemic yung nag-pause sa bahay namin, e, yung building. Sana wala nang ganun.

"Sana smooth sailing na from here on out."

THE PANLILIO'S FOREVER HOME

Much like their current residence, their new home will also have a modern-minimalist aesthetic.

Dani explained, "Hindi rin kami yung masyadong maraming gamit. Like, in a sense, that how minimalistic it’s going to be.

"But the overall look, it’s very modern."

Dani added that their new home will have more space for their daughter Millie and their future kids.

She revealed, "We always knew naman what we want for our forever house. We call it our forever house na kasi we plan na dun na talaga kami forever.

"Alam naman namin na yung bahay namin ngayon, it’s just parang for now, kasi nga tatlo pa lang kami. But this house kasi, we’ve been…

"Parang dream namin ito na buti na lang na-reach na namin yung goal, kasi if we wanted to give our kids like a bigger space to be able to run, to move, and a peaceful environment to grow."

More importantly, Dani is looking to have a home that is big enough to accommodate the family they are building.

She pointed out, "Ayoko rin yung parang renovate nang renovate kasi hindi kami kasya. Parang gusto ko is bahay na talaga."

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Dani barretto and xavi panlilio's baby girl makes her instagram debut, everybody, say hello to little millie, sara de los reyes.

Congrats to the first-time parents! 

Dani Barretto and Xavi Panlilio  are now parents to a baby girl, who was born on the morning of September 13, Friday. 

The baby girl was introduced to the world on Instagram by this mom and dad who each penned their messages for their firstborn.

Dani kept things short and sweet but made sure to thank God for the little miracle she named Camilla Marguerite . She wrote, " My heart and soul in one picture.    Lord, you’re amazing. Thank you! 🙏🏻 Hello everyone! meet our Daughter,  Camilla Marguerite B. Panlilio.    You can call her MILLIE. "

And just like many millennial moms, Dani ended the post with the hashtag #MyMilleGirl she came up with just for her daughter. 

View this post on Instagram My heart and soul in one picture. Lord, you’re amazing. Thank you! 🙏🏻 Hello everyone! meet our Daughter, Camilla Marguerite B. Panlilio. You can call her MILLIE. ❤️ #MyMillieGirl A post shared by Dani Barretto-Panlilio (@danibarretto) on Sep 12, 2019 at 6:02pm PDT

Posting the same photo of himself holding baby Millie in his arms, Xavi accompanied the sweet image with an equally touching caption that's captured the hearts of many. 

As a new dad, Xavi wrote of his excitement about raising a child and balancing the fears that come with first-time parenthood, but in the end, promised to be the best dad that he could be for Millie, who he called "the love of his life," now and for years and years to come. 

" I’ve lived my life looking for my safe haven and the universe blessed me with your mother. I thought that life couldn’t get any better and then the universe gave us you," Xavi wrote. 

"I barely have a clue on what it takes to be a dad but I promise to always be there for you, to always make you feel loved and understood, to raise you in an environment filled with love and laughter, to be your best friend, and to be the first man who will love you unconditionally until the very end. I promise to never ever leave your side. Your mother and I will make some mistakes along the way but we will always find ways to make up for our short comings.   ps. I hope you love music and bmws as much as your dad! IMMA BE THE GREATEST TO EVER DO THIS!!!! To my sun and stars, I love you so much!!!!!" Xavi ended. 

View this post on Instagram A post shared by Happy Panleho (@xavipanlilio) on Jul 29, 2019 at 7:29pm PDT

Millie is Dani and Xavi's first child. 

The couple got married last April  and had a maternity shoot-slash-gender reveal  to count down to their baby girl's arrival in July. 

Photos @danibarretto @xavipanlilio

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