Jen Affleck Opens Up About Her Fourth Pregnancy
Jen Affleck is entering another major chapter in her life as she prepares to welcome her fourth child with husband Zac Affleck.
The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives star has also been adjusting to a move from Utah to California. At the same time, she is preparing for the franchise’s upcoming Orange County spinoff.
The combination has made 2026 an especially demanding year for the 27-year-old reality star.
In an August 20 interview with PEOPLE, Jen acknowledged that she and Zac have been dealing with several personal challenges away from the cameras. She said the past few months have been difficult, although she is beginning to feel more hopeful.
Jen Affleck Says Pregnancy Has Been Physically Difficult
Jen discovered she was pregnant in early 2026 while her family was in the middle of relocating.
Although the pregnancy was welcome news, the beginning of it was far from easy. Jen has described her first trimester as an extremely difficult period because of intense nausea and feeling seriously unwell.
Her physical symptoms were not the only challenge.
Jen has also spoken publicly about experiencing prenatal depression during the pregnancy.
In a July 23 Instagram update, she revealed that prenatal depression had returned during her fourth pregnancy. She said the experience felt more intense this time and that she went through some very dark moments during her first trimester.
The disclosure was significant because Jen had previously discussed experiencing prenatal depression while pregnant with her third child.
Zac Affleck Stepped Up While Jen Was Struggling
Jen has credited Zac with taking on more responsibility while she was dealing with the physical effects of pregnancy.
She explained to PEOPLE that there were times when she was simply unable to be fully present for her children because she felt so sick. Zac therefore had to take a more active role with their family.
The couple already has three children: Nora, Luca and Penelope. Their fourth baby will add another child to the family.
Jen and Zac have also faced relationship scrutiny since joining reality television. Their marriage has been part of several major storylines on The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives.
Despite the public attention, Jen has maintained that viewers do not see everything happening within their relationship.
A Dental Infection Made the Pregnancy Even Harder
Jen’s pregnancy struggles were accompanied by another unexpected problem.
She also developed a wisdom tooth infection that required medical treatment.
However, dealing with the infection was complicated by her pregnancy and ongoing nausea. Jen explained that she needed surgery but was facing difficulties surrounding anesthesia and medication because of how sick she already felt.
The experience added another physical hurdle during an already challenging first trimester.
Why Jen Affleck Is Speaking About Prenatal Depression
Jen has been open about her mental-health experience partly because she hopes other women can find something relatable in her story.
Her lifestyle may look unusual to some viewers, but she believes that experiences such as pregnancy, motherhood, relationship difficulties and emotional struggles can cross cultural and personal boundaries.
That openness also gives viewers a different perspective on Jen outside the dramatic moments of reality television.
The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives follows women associated with #MomTok as they navigate relationships, family life, fame and the pressure that comes with sharing their lives online. Hulu describes Jen as one of the show’s original cast members.
For Jen, discussing difficult experiences appears to be part of that larger story.
Jen and Zac Affleck Are Starting Over in California
The pregnancy comes alongside another significant change for the Affleck family: their move to California.
Jen and Zac have relocated from Utah with their children. The move also connects Jen to The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives: Orange County, the franchise’s new California-based expansion.
Hulu’s official cast guide confirms that Jen is joining the spinoff. Her involvement gives the new series a direct connection to the original Utah-based MomTok group.
The spinoff is expected to introduce viewers to another group of online creators while expanding the world established by the original series.
However, Hulu has not announced an exact premiere date yet. Its July 2026 guide says the date remains to be revealed.
What Jen Affleck’s Fourth Pregnancy Means for Her Next Chapter
Jen’s fourth pregnancy is unfolding alongside major changes in her family and career.
She is preparing for another baby, raising three young children and adapting to a new home in California. Meanwhile, her relationship with Zac continues to attract attention because of their reality television profile.
For Jen, however, the experience seems to be about more than what viewers see on screen.
Her decision to discuss prenatal depression and the difficult parts of pregnancy has made her latest chapter more personal. It also shows why the reality star wants to be open about experiences that are often difficult to discuss publicly.
As she prepares for the arrival of her fourth child and a new role within the Mormon Wives franchise, Jen appears focused on moving forward while taking the lessons from a challenging year with her.