Jen Affleck Addresses Postpartum DWTS Comments

Jen Affleck is reflecting on her challenging "Dancing With the Stars" experience and comments made by host Julianne Hough about her postpartum dancing. Affleck, who welcomed her third child just weeks before the season 34 premiere on September 16, 2025, stated she was in "pure survival mode" during the competition.

She mentioned that her body was still recovering from childbirth, making the experience incredibly difficult. Despite the physical toll, Affleck found the opportunity to compete rewarding and did it for her children's future.

Speaking about Hough's remarks, Affleck suggested they were perceived the wrong way and likely made without ill intent. She admitted that during the intense period, she didn't even register Hough's comments due to her focus on survival.

Now, nearly a year after the season concluded, Affleck is still processing the whirlwind experience, expressing gratitude for the opportunity despite the immense challenges.