Witney Carson Gets Real About Mom Guilt as DWTS Duties Intensify
Witney Carson has opened up about the challenges of balancing motherhood with her commitments on Dancing With the Stars as rehearsals with partner Robert Irwin intensify before the semifinals. The professional dancer, age 32, shared her feelings in a candid Instagram Story post on Friday, October 31.
“Being real with you for a min — this week’s been a lot,” Carson wrote alongside a selfie. “I’m exhausted, the mom guilt is in full swing, and I’m just trying to keep life balanced best I can.”
She added that although she feels deeply grateful and blessed, life can be tough behind the scenes. Carson reminded followers that doing one’s best is sometimes all that’s needed.
Carson and Robert Irwin are among the final eight teams competing for the Mirrorball Trophy this season. The remaining duos include:
- Jordan Chiles and Ezra Sosa
- Alix Earle and Val Chmerkovskiy
- Dylan Efron and Daniella Karagach
- Danielle Fishel and Pasha Pashkov
- Elaine Hendrix and Alan Bersten
- Whitney Leavitt and Mark Ballas
- Andy Richter and Emma Slater
The contestants are now preparing for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Night episode scheduled for Tuesday, November 4.
Robert Irwin’s DWTS Journey
In September, Carson spoke about her partnership with Robert Irwin, the well-known conservationist and brother of Bindi Irwin. Robert hopes to follow in Bindi’s footsteps—she won season 21 of Dancing With the Stars in 2015 with partner Derek Hough.
Author’s summary: Witney Carson candidly shared her struggle with balancing motherhood and her DWTS duties, reflecting on exhaustion, gratitude, and perseverance during an intense season.