AceShowbiz - Jenna Dewan, renowned for her exceptional dancing skills and acting prowess, recently shared her postpartum journey after giving birth to her third child. The actress, 43, who has just concluded a legal battle with her ex-husband Channing Tatum, spoke openly about the trials and tribulations of recovering from her third C-section delivery and the societal pressures to "snap back" post-pregnancy.

The birth of Rhiannon in June, Dewan's second child with fiancé Steve Kazee, followed her earlier C-sections which, according to her, required a longer period for healing this time.

In a candid interview with TooFab, she stated, "I would say post third baby … I've had three C-sections and the third C-section with Rhiannon, I was down and out for a little bit longer than I was the other two, mostly because it was a third and, you know, there [are] two other kids and my body needed a little bit more time to heal."

Dewan addressed the often subtle societal pressure on women to quickly lose the weight they gain during pregnancy. "I do think it's prevalent for all women," she shared, adding, "You don't even realize it, but it's a subconscious thing that happens when people go, 'Oh, you look amazing. I can't believe you just had a baby. You had a baby three months ago? That's crazy!' "

The actress stressed the importance of prioritizing health and recovery over meeting societal expectations of rapid postpartum weight loss. "I don't love it because I don't want that to be the focus ever," she expressed. Reflecting on her experience, she highlighted the significance of recuperation after such a significant surgery. "I had a massive surgery. I had a C-section. So you do need to recuperate and rest and allow yourself time."

Dewan's journey also includes learning to balance her identity as a professional dancer with the needs of her recovering body. "As a dancer, I'm so used to being in my body and using my body. I've had to learn how to rest and recuperate. It's almost like a skill," she admitted.

The actress's perspective comes amid the backdrop of her finalized divorce from Channing Tatum, six years after their separation. The protracted divorce proceedings included a contentious dispute over the lucrative "Magic Mike" franchise. Despite the drawn-out legal battle, the former couple mutually agreed to waive spousal support and worked out a shared custody arrangement for their 11-year-old daughter, Everly.

Jenna Dewan's insights into postpartum recovery and societal pressures underline the need for a more compassionate perspective on women's health post-birth. As she continues to embrace motherhood and her career, her message serves as a reminder that healing and self-care are paramount.