""If it makes one person able to talk about pregnancy loss when they previously couldn't, I think the show will have been a success," says Paapa Essiedu."
""Many of them have gone through something similar to Lisa and they were very generous in sharing their experiences and the journey to becoming a parent," says Siobhan Cullen."
""There's a sensitivity around any kind of grief and an assumption that those questions shouldn't be asked," explains Essiedu, attributing stigma to this discomfort."
""The show has such humility and honesty," credits Essiedu, acknowledging the writer and director's role in addressing these sensitive topics."
The series 'Babies' centers on a couple, Lisa and Steven, navigating the emotional complexities of pregnancy loss. The cast, including Paapa Essiedu and Siobhan Cullen, engaged with specialists and personal stories to authentically portray these experiences. Essiedu emphasized the importance of understanding grief, noting societal discomfort around discussing such topics. Cullen highlighted the value of midwives on set and the generosity of women sharing their experiences. The show aims to create a space for dialogue about miscarriage and pregnancy loss, challenging stigma and isolation.
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