Janelle Brown is setting the record straight about her early struggles with Kody — “It just was not good.” Here’s why.
Janelle Brown is finally speaking out about the difficulties she faced in the early years of her marriage to Kody Brown. In a candid confession on the Sister Wives show, Janelle revealed that the first couple of years were anything but easy. Far from the dream life she might have hoped for, Janelle found herself struggling with insecurity, jealousy, and a lack of support from her husband — something she wishes Kody would have recognized.
The Truth Behind Janelle and Kody’s Early Marriage Struggles
Fans of Sister Wives have seen Kody and Janelle’s relationship evolve over the years, but the reality of their early marriage is far more complicated than it appeared on TV. In an emotional conversation during the November 30th episode, Janelle opened up about the difficulties she faced in the early stages of her marriage to Kody, including feeling neglected and struggling with her own identity.
Janelle acknowledged that while the family had something special, the early years were marred by tension and unspoken issues. “There were things that happened, especially that first year or two that I kind of wish he would have stood up for me,” she shared, alluding to the rocky relationship she had with Kody’s other wives, especially Meri.
Jealousy, Insecurity, and Isolation
Janelle’s reflection on the early days of her marriage paints a picture of a woman who felt caught between the demands of her polygamous marriage and her own emotional needs. “I lost a lot of my identity,” Janelle confessed, explaining that Kody’s limited time at home as a traveling salesman left her feeling isolated and unsupported.
At the time, Janelle was pregnant with their first son, Logan Brown, and Kody’s frequent absence only amplified the challenges she faced. “His time at home was limited,” she recalled, and in the absence of his presence, Janelle had to learn to keep the peace at all costs.
A Lack of Support from Kody
Despite the love Janelle has for Kody, she admitted that she often felt like she was left to navigate her role as a wife and mother without much help. “There was a lot of jealousy and insecurity and stuff that we were working through,” she explained. The emotional distance between the couple during their early years created a rift that Janelle was left to carry alone.
While Kody insists that he never “shirked” his responsibilities and always gave 110%, Janelle’s experience tells a different story. Her confession suggests that Kody’s attention was divided between his wives and children, and at times, Janelle’s needs were not given the attention they deserved. This unspoken emotional gap left Janelle feeling unsupported and alienated, despite the love she had for her husband.
Fans React to Janelle’s Honest Admission
Fans of Sister Wives were quick to respond to Janelle’s candid confession. On social media, some fans praised her for being honest about the difficulties she faced early in her marriage, acknowledging that polygamous marriages often come with unique challenges. Others were more critical of Kody, questioning whether he truly understood the emotional toll his absences took on Janelle.
One fan tweeted, “Janelle is a strong woman, but no one can be expected to carry that kind of emotional burden alone. Kody should’ve been there for her.”
The conversation sparked a wider discussion on the pressures of polygamous marriages, with many fans wondering if Kody truly understood the sacrifices his wives had to make to keep the family running smoothly.
What’s Next for Janelle and Kody?
While Janelle’s marriage to Kody has endured many ups and downs, her recent confession sheds light on just how much strain the early years of their relationship caused. With the challenges of polygamy, emotional isolation, and a lack of support, Janelle was forced to navigate her role in the family with very little help.
As the Brown family continues to face internal struggles, will Janelle’s revelations change how she and Kody interact moving forward? Fans are left wondering if Kody can ever truly understand the emotional toll his actions have had on his wives — or if these unresolved issues will continue to haunt their marriage.
Is Janelle’s candid confession a sign that she’s finally ready to confront the deep-seated issues in her relationship with Kody?