The Transformation Of Shawn Johnson From Toddler To 29

Shawn Johnson East became pregnant in October 2017. She and husband Andrew East detailed their story in a YouTube video titled "pregnancy + heartbreak," revealing how soon after celebrating the pregnancy, they learned that Shawn had miscarried. She told Glamour magazine, "When we'd shared our miscarriage story, I felt this frustration: Why aren't these feelings of insecurity and shame talked about more? Why do women feel like they have to keep it hidden?"

The following year, Shawn Johnson East made headlines when she spoke out on YouTube against USA Gymnastics' handling of sexual abuse. "USA Gymnastics has failed, as a governing body, to protect the athletes that it supports and claims to care about," she said, expressing her "love" for the girls she "grew up with," who had to face their abuser and former team doctor, Larry Nassar. Johnson East stood in solidarity with her fellow gymnasts and said, "I can't even trust USA Gymnastics," as she called for change.

By 2019, Johnson East became pregnant again and was in good spirits, even after breaking her toe at 38 weeks (via People). The Easts welcomed a baby girl that November. The proud mom wanted to deliver their daughter, Drew Hazel East, naturally, but went through "22 hours of labor to end in a c section," she stated on Instagram. Recognizing that having her daughter safely was what mattered, Johnson East wrote that what she felt for the couple's new addition was "a love that no one could ever prepare you for."

If you or anyone you know has been a victim of sexual assault, help is available. Visit the Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network website or contact RAINN's National Helpline at 1-800-656-HOPE (4673).

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