Honey Lee Discusses Concealing Her Pregnancy Amidst Intense Filming and Stunt Scenes

Honey Lee Shares Insights on Motherhood and Pregnancy During “Table for 4”

During a recent episode of Channel A’s “Table for 4” aired on March 3, acclaimed actress Honey Lee opened up about her experiences as a mother and the challenge of concealing her pregnancy while filming. She joined her close friends, veteran actress Kang Bu-ja and actor Cho Woo-jong, to share her heartfelt journey.

Life as a Mother

As the mother of a 32-month-old daughter, Honey Lee commented, “I often observe my niece, and I believe children aged three to six are incredibly adorable. It’s unfortunate that my job has kept me from fully witnessing my own child’s growth.”

Her friend Yoon Yoo-sun expressed surprise at how quickly Honey Lee’s daughter is growing, noting, “It’s remarkable that your daughter refers to you as ‘Mother’ at such a young age.” Honey Lee explained, “The term ‘Mother’ is something I use, and my younger brother uses it too; it’s lovely to hear my daughter call me that.”

Adding a charming anecdote, Honey Lee relayed a moment when her daughter said, “Mother, I feel so dizzy.” She described how heartwarming it is to hear her young child articulate such feelings.

Kang Bu-ja resonated with this sentiment, sharing her own experience from when her son was one year old.“He could express himself so well, once telling me, ‘Mother, you should rest.’”

Challenges of Pregnancy During Filming

Honey Lee candidly discussed the complexity of hiding her pregnancy while working on a drama in 2021.“I couldn’t reveal my pregnancy because the series was still airing; I even executed demanding wire stunt scenes in the early stages, ” she admitted to her friends.

Kang Bu-ja playfully remarked, “Your daughter must be experienced in kicking by now! Babies absorb so much even while in the womb.” Honey Lee laughed, “Indeed, she hardly sits still!”

Childbirth Journey

Diving deeper into her childbirth experience, Honey Lee shared, “I anticipated a straightforward delivery; however, it surprisingly lasted 37 hours. My husband remained by my side, providing support throughout the process. I wanted my baby to hear her father’s heartbeat first.” She also recounted a light-hearted moment, mentioning, “Interestingly, I went shopping while in labor. In hindsight, people said that was reckless, but at that moment, I was already in pain, so I figured I might as well be active.”

Honey Lee’s candid reflections on her motherhood journey underscore not only the difficulties of balancing a career with family life but also the love and strength that resonate through her experiences. Her ability to maintain her professional integrity while nurturing her family showcases a unique resilience as both a parent and an artist.