Overview

• Jimmy Beale is diagnosed with optic nerve chorioretinal coloboma, confirming severe sight impairment that will impact his vision for life.
• Lauren Branning’s concerns about Jimmy’s vision were initially dismissed as postnatal depression or addiction relapse by her partner Peter and a health visitor.
• The standalone BBC iPlayer episode showcases Lauren’s persistence, aided by midwife Hanan and family friend Linda Carter, in securing medical attention for Jimmy.
• EastEnders collaborated with the Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) to ensure an accurate and sensitive portrayal of visual impairment and its effects on families.
• The episode concludes with a symbolic lullaby version of the show’s theme, emphasizing the emotional weight of Lauren and Jimmy’s journey ahead.