Episode 2: Joyce’s baby daddy Siviwe comes to visit and disappoints Joyce by not being interested in spending time with his daughter. He claims that he can’t afford toys for her because he is broke. Community health worker Mam’Sindi gives him a talking to. Quality time with one’s children doesn’t require money or fancy toys. Lerato interrupts with an emergency – she is pregnant.

Side-by-Side is a heartfelt new drama series about pregnancy, parenting, finding love (and keeping it!) and the family ties that bind us. Side-by-Side was launched by the National Department of Health in 2019 to ensure that all children receive the nurturing care and protection they need to reach their full potential. Every episode is followed by a discussion with an expert health guest to answer any of your childcare questions

Side-by-Side is a heartfelt new drama series about pregnancy, parenting, finding love (and keeping it!) and the family ties that bind us.