Sharna Burgess Opens Up About the Struggle of Balancing DWTS and Motherhood

Sharna Burgess’ family is her top priority, but returning to Dancing With the Stars for season 35 was exactly what she needed to be the best version of herself.

“Being away from Zane like this was new so it was hard on my mama heart,” Burgess, 41, wrote via her Instagram Story on Wednesday, November 4, admitting spending time away from her 4-year-old son was the most challenging part of being back on DWTS. “I’d leave before he woke up and return when he was asleep sometimes for nearly a week.”

While there were struggles with her busy ballroom schedule, Burgess said it was worth it.