Jennifer Lawrence has revealed that while her vagina bounced back after childbirth, her butthole never quite recovered after welcoming two children with husband Cooke Maroney. The actress made the unexpectedly graphic confession during an appearance on Call Her Daddy on 29 October, leaving host Alex Cooper stunned as she explained one of the less glamorous surprises of becoming a mother.
The 36-year-old star did not shy away from the subject when Cooper asked what she had been completely unprepared for during motherhood. Her blunt answer quickly turned into a hilarious exchange, although the conversation also touched on the physical changes and challenges women can experience after giving birth.
Lawrence's Blunt Childbirth Confession
During her conversation with Cooper, Lawrence was asked what unexpected aspect of motherhood she wished someone had warned her about. Rather than offering the usual advice about sleepless nights or changing nappies, the actress delivered a rather surprising response.
'Your vagina will bounce back, your butthole won't,' Lawrence told the pregnant presenter. Her remark immediately shifted the conversation towards postpartum changes, with Cooper seemingly stunned by the actress's willingness to discuss such an intimate subject so casually.
Alex Cooper Wants More Details
Cooper, who is expecting her first child with husband Matt Kaplan, was naturally curious about Lawrence's unusual warning. She asked what exactly would happen to her anus after giving birth, prompting the actress to joke, 'I'll tell you. I will tell you when I can get into a heated place.'
When Cooper pressed her for at least a toned-down explanation, the actress added another memorable remark about postpartum recovery. 'There's no going back,' she quipped. 'That thing is coming out.' Although Lawrence did not explain precisely what physical changes she had experienced, her comments appeared to refer to the possible effects of pregnancy and childbirth on the anal and pelvic floor areas.
Fans React To Her Remarks
Lawrence's unusually direct confession also prompted some rather outrageous reactions from social media users. Some commenters appeared confused by her reference to her butthole, with one jokingly asking, 'Did she give birth from her ass?' Others joined in with questions such as 'Did she shit her kids?' and 'I didn't know babies came out of it.'
Did she give birth from her ass
— Duhel (@Duhel14) October 31, 2026
Did she shit her kids?
— Albert J. Díaz (@AlbertoJDiaz) October 31, 2026
Another commenter made a crude remark about her supposedly being 'gaping now', although Lawrence never suggested that she had given birth through her anus. Beyond the jokes, some people used the conversation to discuss the physical realities of childbirth. One commenter argued that women should be more open about birth-related injuries and recovery so younger women can make informed decisions about having children.
I didn't know babies came out of it.
— ¯_(ツ)_/¯ (@PezD_Spencer) October 31, 2026
So she's gaping now
— SMG (@SMG_Fan_072292) October 31, 2026
Childbirth Can Bring Physical Changes
While Lawrence kept her explanation light-hearted, pregnancy and childbirth can involve several physical changes that are not always discussed openly. These can include haemorrhoids, anal fissures, pelvic floor weakness, and injuries affecting the muscles around the anus. Some women also experience perineal tears, which can range in severity and, in serious cases, extend towards the anal sphincter.
Several online commenters also argued that men should have a better understanding of what childbirth involves. Their responses highlighted how conversations about postpartum recovery can extend far beyond the more commonly discussed changes to a woman's appearance.
Lawrence Opens Up About Motherhood
Lawrence shares two sons with Maroney, including Cy, who is four, and their younger child, born in early 2025. While the actress was ready to start a family, she admitted that becoming a mother brought plenty of unexpected challenges. She recalled feeling overwhelmed by advice about maternal instincts, particularly when other women told her she would eventually learn to recognise the differences between her children's cries.
Lawrence admitted she struggled with this and sometimes worried that she was not doing a good enough job. She also spoke about the guilt that can come with motherhood, explaining that she rarely allows herself to feel satisfied with how she is doing as a parent, even though she knows she is a good mother.
Her Postpartum Anxiety Struggles
The actress also opened up about experiencing a difficult postpartum period after welcoming her second child. During that time, she found comfort in the community of mothers she had met through baby classes. Lawrence recalled a moment when another mother noticed she was struggling and asked whether she was alright.
She admitted to the woman of feeling frightened by her daily anxiety, describing it as feeling like she was being chased by a tiger. The woman hugged her, shared her number and offered support.
The experience showed how other mothers around can be during the more difficult parts of parenting. Lawrence also explained that raising children had forced her to become more organised with her time, as balancing her career and family life required a level of structure she had never needed before.
