Motherland

Series 1

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This is a programme about navigating the trials and traumas of middle-class motherhood. It looks at the competitive side and unromantic take on parenting--not the cute, acceptable face of motherhood.

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6 Episodes

The Birthday Party
E1
The Birthday PartyPrecariously balancing work and parenting Julia is dreading planning little daughter Ivy's birthday party but determined to impress the haughty Amanda. However neither Marion nor Paul will help her so she is fortunate that friends Liz an d Kevin come to her aid. With the guests flooding in with presents and the entertainer booked surely nothing can go wrong..
Auction of Promises
E2
Auction of PromisesJulia does not normally get involved in school activities but when she hears that old work colleague Caroline Lacy, now a high-flyer, is organising a fund-raiser she sets out to impress her by suggesting an auction of promises. Come the event Kevin struggles as the human cloakroom whilst Amanda's arrogant contribution backfires thanks to Liz, who also puts Julia in a very awkward position.
The Pool Party
E3
The Pool PartyJulia wants to be at work for famous war photographer Malcolm Spender's book launch but has to help out at a kids' pool party, where she is annoyed to see her mother and Kevin feels upstaged by the charismatic James. He plots revenge but soon regrets it whilst Liz hopes for a hot date with a man whose wallet she has found.
The Cavalry
E4
The CavalryAgainst Julia's wishes Paul sends his parents to help with child care but they are a very clumsy, penny-pinching couple in need of help themselves. Kevin warms to them but they fail to recognize him whilst Julia goes to great lengths to get on with the school secretary Mrs Lamb to enroll her children in the school's breakfast club. Meanwhile Liz jumps at the opportunity to bag another lover, an amorous flower seller.
The After Party
E5
The After PartyAnne's new car propels her into the limelight as the mums try to get in on her new car pool. Kevin finds himself in the new role of confidant as Amanda shares a deep secret. And Liz and Julia's friendship is under fire as Liz realises she is just a 'mum' friend.
The Caretaker
E6
The CaretakerJulia's childcare problems are solved after she finds the perfect Nanny, but her friendship with Liz is strained. Amanda is keeping a low profile after Kevin blurted out her secret. Liz visits Lee's new partner to give her some advice. The school caretaker is in hospital but the Mums have lost their ringleader and there's nobody to organise a card.