Radio Times

Review by:

Jane Rackham

The maternal instinct is the theme here, although not just the bond between mums and kids. There are plenty of other examples of caring. For instance, it’s heart-warming to see two teenage girls bring in an injured lad they’ve only just met at a party because none of his mates could be bothered. And there’s another of those role-swap situations, with a middle-aged daughter lovingly looking after her elderly dad, who has had a mild stroke.

But the most moving story is about a mother and baby: 14-week-old Jaziah is having severe breathing difficulties and his fearful 19-year-old mother is well aware there’s a chance he won’t survive.

About this programme

12/14. Consultant Jacqui must act fast when severely underweight baby Jaziah is rushed into resus with breathing difficulties. In paediatric A&E, it is hoped that 18-month-old Charlie's urine test results will explain why he has been feeling unwell for five days, while 81-year-old Ronald prepares for a CT scan after suffering a suspected stroke that is affecting his speech.

Cast and crew

Crew

Executive Producer

Tom McDonald

Executive Producer

Nick Curwin

Series Producer

Kirsty Cunningham

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