New six-part BBC show to explore couple navigating pregnancy loss

• A new six-part drama series titled 'Babies' explores the profound and often private experience of pregnancy loss through the story of a couple facing multiple miscarriages.
• The series stars Paapa Essiedu and Siobhan Cullen as Lisa and Stephen, portraying their emotional resilience, grief and unwavering love, interspersed with moments of humour.
• Writer Stefan Golaszewski, known for 'Him & Her' and 'Mum', drew on personal experiences to create the show, aiming for an authentic and intimate depiction of grief as a 'slow burn'.
• The drama seeks to foster a sense of connection for individuals who have experienced pregnancy loss, helping them feel less isolated, while promoting greater understanding among those who have not.
• 'Babies' is scheduled to air on BBC One and BBC iPlayer from Monday, March 30, offering a nuanced character study of a couple navigating a deeply challenging life event.