Jorgie Porter, a Hollyoaks actress, opened up about her baby plans for the future following a devastating quadruplets miscarriage in 2021. She has a son with her fiancé and is keen to have more children, but her partner is more hesitant due to what they have been through. Jorgie broke down in tears on ITVBe’s Drama Queens as she discussed the difficulties of losing the quadruplets and the risks involved in trying for more children. She expressed sadness about the loss and the fact that she has no one to talk to about it, as she has never met anyone else in her situation before. Despite the difficulties, Jorgie is grateful for her son and acknowledges that without the miscarriages, she wouldn’t have him.
In August 2021, Jorgie and her fiancé discovered during a 14-week scan that they had lost the quadruplets they had conceived naturally. In February, they faced a second miscarriage at six weeks into the pregnancy on the day of their engagement party. Jorgie admitted that the grief is only setting in now as she reflects on the loss and the missed opportunity to have a larger family. She acknowledged that her partner is more hesitant about trying for more children due to the risks involved, including the potential danger to her life. Jorgie is currently balancing her feelings of sadness with gratitude for her son Forest, acknowledging that without the miscarriages, she wouldn’t have him.
Despite the challenges she has faced, Jorgie is grateful to have friends who have supported her through the miscarriages and helped her cope with the pain. She recognizes that she may never fully move on from what happened but is focused on making progress and ensuring that her son understands the losses they experienced. Jorgie expressed that talking about Forest is important but she doesn’t want to ignore the past experiences of miscarriage. She reflected on the pain of the miscarriage as the worst she has ever experienced but remains committed to sharing the truth with Forest when he is older.
Jorgie’s appearance on Drama Queens allowed her to open up about her feelings surrounding the miscarriages and her hopes for the future. She expressed a mix of sadness and gratitude, acknowledging the losses she has experienced while also appreciating the joy her son brings to her life. Jorgie’s honesty and vulnerability in discussing her struggles with miscarriage have highlighted the emotional toll it can take on individuals and the importance of seeking support. Despite the challenges she has faced, Jorgie remains hopeful for the future and is willing to share her story in the hopes of helping others who may be going through similar experiences.
