Maria deals with her miscarriage
In the midst of Maria’s heartbreak, Samia Longchambon considers what lies ahead…
Maria’s miscarriage was a heartbreaking blow for both her and her partner Gary – but as he assures her that he still wants to be with her this week, star Samia Longchambon, aka Maria, hopes that it might bring the unlikely couple closer than ever…
Hi, Samia! How do you think Maria and Gary will cope in the wake of the miscarriage?
It makes Maria question the relationship. She’s been through a lot – she’s anxious, and this has brought it all to the surface. She got pregnant quickly, and she’s told Gary he can leave. But he wants them to make a go of it – so hopefully it’ll make them stronger.
Ali was with Maria when she went to hospital – does she still have feelings for him?
I think so – but she’s buried them, and is trying to be true to Gary.
It’s a tough plot to film – what did you think of tackling the subject of missed vaccinations?
It needs talking about – measles is on the rise again in this country, and it shouldn’t be. There are vaccinations to stop it, but people are choosing not to vaccinate their children. It can have a snowball effect, and it’s important to show that.
You’ve been full-on filming lately – how do you find that, particularly as a working mum?
I’ve been suffering with mum guilt while I’ve been so busy. Mikey North [aka Gary] and I have been spending all day, every day together! But my husband [Dancing On Ice pro] Sylvain is great. He’s not partnered with a celeb on the show this year – it’d mean being based in London for four months, which we couldn’t have done with the kids.
You’ve openly discussed your anxiety – have you found any new coping mechanisms?
When I can,
I do yoga in my dressing room – even if it’s just for 15 minutes in my lunch hour. I don’t share my dressing room, so no-one sees me doing the downward dog!