Deena from Jersey Shore: Family Vacation Opens Up About Feeling Judged as a “Normal Mom” Due to Her TV Past

In the episode of Jersey Shore: Family Vacation that aired on October 17, 2024, the series’ mothers candidly discussed the difficulties they face while balancing motherhood with reality TV fame.

Deena Cortese, known for her memorable moments from the original show, shared her feelings of judgment for her “on-screen past.”In a preview clip of episode 23 released by People, she remarked,

“I definitely put myself out there because I want everybody to see, like, ‘Yeah I am a normal mom.’”She further clarified, “Here I am a drunken mess, but at home, I’m a grade-A mom.”

This episode delved into the cast members’ experiences as parents and addressed the emotional toll of “mom shaming”from the audience.

For those who missed the scheduled airing on MTV on Thursday, October 17, 2024, at 8 PM ET, Jersey Shore: Family Vacation season 7, episode 23, titled “Sue Joey,”is available for streaming on platforms such as Sling, Philo, FuboTV, and DirecTV Stream.

Discussions on Mom Shaming by Jersey Shore: Family Vacation

The episode highlighted the “mom shaming”that Deena, Nicole “Snooki”Polizzi, and Jenni “JWoww”Farley have experienced over the years from viewers. Snooki expressed,

“Everyone thinks they know us because of the show.”

Throughout the broadcast, Snooki, Deena, and JWoww shared their frustrations not just about their past actions on camera but also about their parenting approaches.

During a confessional, Deena discussed the critical eye she feels from other parents:

“I try my best to not feel judged by other parents because of, you know, my past on TV.”

JWoww recounted a personal anecdote about her daughter, Meilani, who experienced bullying at a young age.

“She didn’t wear shorts for a whole year because a boy called her a monkey. I had to Nair her legs. She was in second grade!”

This story emphasized the unique challenges of raising children under public scrutiny.

Snooki also shared her experiences with her daughter, Giovanna Marie, revealing that she has come home crying multiple times this year due to school troubles. She commented:

“”Mom shaming”is like a huge thing in general, but the fact that I’m Snooki from Jersey Shore, everyone always has their opinions on how I parent.”

In a reflective confession, she added:

“People judge you more. It’s exhausting.”

Reflections from the Cast

As Deena, JWoww, and Snooki shared their motherhood experiences on Jersey Shore: Family Vacation, Angelina Pivarnick, despite not being a parent herself, voiced her concerns about the potential impact of public scrutiny on future children.

“Now, if I have a child, they’re going to go after my children as well, and the way I am, I will be in the slammer every other day,” she mentioned in a confessional.

Despite the obstacles of being a mother in the limelight, JWoww expressed that she has no regrets.

“Every opportunity comes with its downfalls, and as long as my kids aren’t dragged through it, I still consider it a blessing,”she stated.

About Jersey Shore: Family Vacation

The seventh season of Jersey Shore: Family Vacation premiered on February 8, 2024, reuniting the nine original cast members for the first time in years. This season emphasizes the changing dynamics of their relationships and highlights their roles as parents, filmed in locales like Atlantic City, Seaside Heights, Nashville, and Tucson.

Episode 23 particularly focused on the emotional challenges associated with both parenting and celebrity status.

Jersey Shore: Family Vacation airs every Thursday at 8 PM ET on MTV.

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