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Derek Hough Embraces Pregnancy Emotions
23 Nov
Summary
- Derek Hough is experiencing intense emotions during his wife's pregnancy.
- He has taken classes to prepare for an intimate and unique birth experience.
- Derek praises his wife Hayley for her calm and incredible strength during pregnancy.

As he and his wife, Hayley, prepare to welcome their first child, "Dancing With the Stars" judge Derek Hough is openly sharing his unique experience with pregnancy emotions. The 40-year-old performer describes himself as "absorbed all of the pregnancy emotions," oscillating between excitement and tears, while crediting Hayley, 31, with maintaining a remarkable sense of peace and strength throughout.
Derek has been proactive in his preparation for the birth, attending classes with doulas and midwives. He aims to acquire the necessary knowledge and tools to support Hayley through what he anticipates will be a very "intimate" and "different" birthing experience. He expressed admiration for Hayley, calling her a "badass" and a "Zen Buddha" for her composed demeanor.
He feels he is witnessing his wife become an incredible mother even before their baby arrives. This journey has been a profound observation for Derek, who is committed to being fully prepared and present for this significant life event. The couple's anticipation for their first child is marked by Derek's deep emotional engagement and thorough preparation.




