Amazing films and TV shows to binge during pregnancy

Being pregnant is such an exciting time, but it can also be pretty tiring growing a human, so it is essential to rest and take time for yourself. What better way to wind down than to hit the sofa and put your feet up? Whether you need to laugh or cry, there are so many films and TV series to choose from.

What should I binge-watch during pregnancy?

From serious docuseries to comedy and high-stakes dramas, if you need to take a break, there is a film or TV show that you will love. You may want to tune into shows about pregnancy, babies and family life, or you may simply want to watch the latest feel-good films and must-watch TV series.

What movies should I watch during pregnancy?

Whether it is your first or fourth baby, those nine months can go slowly, and whether it is a classic movie or the latest blockbuster, some time on the sofa will always be welcome.

Best films and TV series to watch during pregnancy?

We have done the hard work for you and rounded up 30 of the best films and TV shows to check out during pregnancy. So grab some snacks and the remote…

TV shows to binge...

1. Workin’ Moms (Netflix)

Starring Catherine Reitman, Jessalyn Wanlim, Dani Kind, and Juno Rinaldi, Workin Mom’s is currently seven seasons in. Following the lives of four mums trying to navigate work and motherhood, this Canadian series covers everything from the agonies of breastfeeding and mum guilt to post-natal depression and social isolation. This series is widely praised for its funny and accurate portrayal of motherhood.

2. Heartstopper (Netflix)

The long-awaited second series of the adaptation of Alice Oseman’s beloved graphic novels sees the romance between Charlie (Joe Locke) and Nick (Kit Connor) hot up. Full of heartfelt emotions, the show navigates their attempts and those of their friends to figure it all out.

3. Ted Lasso (AppleTV+)

The award-winning Ted Lasso is now three seasons in and follows the perennially cheerful football coach, played by Jason Sudeikis, as he faces an uphill battle to get his team to the top of the Premier League. This is an easy watch that will have you laughing one minute and crying the next.

4. Black-ish (Disney+)

This ABC series starring Anthony Anderson, Tracee Ellis Ross, Yara Shahidi, Marcus Scribner, Miles Brown, and Marsai Martin premiered in 2014 and is now eight seasons in. Looking at what it looks and feels like to be a black family in America, this sitcom tackles important social issues, including racism and police brutality.

5. Catastrophe (Netflix)

Co-created by the stars Sharon Horgan and Rob Delaney, Catastrophe follows the story of a teacher who becomes pregnant after a one-night stand. The show, which originally aired on Channel 4, follows them over four seasons as they build a life together.

6. Call The Midwife (BBC iPlayer & UK TV Play)

This drama follows a group of midwives based at Nonnatus House in the East End of London during the 1950s when most people lived in tenements. Based on the bestselling memoirs of Jennifer Worth, we see these nurses play an essential role within the community, delivering babies in people’s homes and seeing medical breakthroughs.

7. This Is Us (Disney+ and Amazon Prime)

This hugely popular NBC series weaves between the childhoods and present-day lives of siblings – Kevin, Kate, and Randall - of the Pearson family and their parents, Jack and Rebecca. Starring Milo Ventimigila, Mandy Moore, Sterling K. Brown and Chrissy Metz, it's been nominated for Golden Globes, Critic's Choice and Emmy awards.

8. Pramface (BBC iPlayer)

A fun comedy series following a couple of unlikely parents-to-be as they manage pregnancy and parenthood and everything that entails, Pramface is now three seasons in. Starring Scarlett Alice Johnson and Sean Michael Verey, each episode is a snappy 29 minutes long. It is both hilarious and bittersweet.

9. Sweet Magnolias (Netflix)

Sweet Magnolias follows three best friends – Dana Sue, Maddie, and Helen – in small-town Serenity in South Carolina as they navigate families, careers and romance. It premiered in 2020 and is three seasons in and stars JoAnna Garcia Swisher, Brooke Elliott, and Heather Headley.

10. Sex Education (Netflix)

Based on the life of socially awkward student Otis Milburn and the students, staff and parents at his high school, Sex Education has been a huge hit, with over 40 million people streaming the first series. The third series won the Best Comedy Series at the 50th International Emmy Awards.

11. The Last Thing He Told Me (Apple TV+)

This 2023 thriller is based on a novel of the same name by Laura Dave. The series sees worried woman Hannah Hall, played by Jennifer Garner, forming an unexpected relationship with her 16-year-old stepdaughter (played by Angourie Rice) as she tries to discover the truth about her husband’s disappearance.

12. Firefly Lane (Netflix)

Starring Sarah Chalke and Katherine Heigl, Firefly Lane follows the friendship of two women from Seattle from when they first become neighbours, aged 14 through the decades. The first series was a hit, with 49 million people watching in its first month of release.

13. Bad Sisters (Apple TV+)

Bad Sisters follows four Dublin sisters who are conspiring to murder the abusive and controlling husband of the fifth sister. The series is developed by Sharon Horgan, who also stars as Eva Garvey, the eldest sister. The series received four Emmy Award nominations.

14. The Split (BBC iPlayer)

The TV show, written by Abi Morgan, follows the up and downs of the Defoes – a family of female lawyers and their lives as they reunite with their estranged father after 30 years. All three series can be watched now on BBC iPlayer – ideal for a weekend on the sofa.

15. The Letdown (Netflix)

This Australian TV show, which first showed on ABC in 2016, follows the adventures of Audrey and her trials as a single mum in a group of other mothers. Frank and self-deprecating, it does not shy away from motherhood in all its guises.

16. Downton Abbey (Netflix, ITVX)

Tune into six series of historical drama series, Downton Abbey, following the lives of the aristocratic family and their servants at this fictional country estate. Created and co-written by Julian Fellowes, the show has received numerous accolades since it first premiered in 2010.

17. Big Little Lies (Sky Go, NOW TV)

Featuring a star-studded line-up, including Nicole Kidman, Resse Witherspoon, and Zoe Kravitz, this US series follows five women who become embroiled in a murder investigation. The first season received a huge 16 Emmy Award nominations and eight wins.

18. Queer Eye (Netflix)

In this reality TV series, the “fab five” travel through America to advise men on grooming, fashion, interiors, culture and design to improve their lives. Wholesome and uplifting, there is nothing not to love, and there are seven series to watch.

19. The Crown (Netflix)

Five series of The Crown follow the decades of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s reign and the political climate at the time. Written by Peter Morgan, the show has received its fair share of controversy.

20. The Nest (Disney +, ITVX and Britbox)

In this five-part BBC TV drama, a wealthy couple can’t conceive naturally, so they employ a young girl to be their surrogate. It stars Sophie Rundle, Martin Compston and Mirren Mack.

21. Bridgerton (Netflix)

Four seasons of Shona Rhymes period drama are up for grabs on Netflix. It follows the aristocratic Bridgerton family in Regency-era London as they try to marry off their children during courtship season. It is the second most-watched Netflix series of all time.

22. Gilmore Girls (Netflix, Apple TV)

This American comedy-drama follows the close relationship between a thirtysomething single mother and her teen daughter as they navigate relationships, generational divides, school dramas and love. It is set in the fictional town of Stars Hollow.

23. My Wife And Kids (Disney +)

This US sitcom stars Damon Wayans as patriarch Michael Kyle, the middle-class African-American family who ties to rule his African-American family and household with a unique parenting style. It originally premiered in 2001.

Films to binge...

24. Juno (Disney+)

In this 2007 coming-of-age film, Ellen Page stars as a pregnant high school teenager who decides to have her baby adopted. The film won an Oscar for Best Original Screenplay and three other Oscar nominations.

25. Lion (AppleTV+)

This 2016 film follows the incredible true story of a five-year-old boy who gets lost in the streets of Calcutta and is adopted by a couple in Australia. Twenty-five years later, he goes back to try and find his family. Starring Dev Patel and Nicole Kidman, it was nominated for six Oscars and is one of the highest-grossing Australian films of all time.

26. Matilda (Netflix)

A take on Roald Dahl’s classic fable, Matilda stars Emma Thompson as Mrs Trunchball and Alisha Weir as the precocious schoolgirl. You can expect all the much-loved music from Tim Minchin and a hefty dose of fun.

27. Bridget Jones' Baby (Netflix, Sky Go, Now TV)

After her break-up with Mark Darcy, Bridget Jones decides to focus on work and embrace single life. Then she meets a handsome American called Jack and finds herself pregnant and unsure of the father’s identity. This 2016 film became the biggest in the franchise in the UK, making over £42million at the box office.

28. Three Men and a Baby (Disney+)

This 1987 feel-good classic comedy sees three single guys – Jack Holden and friends Peter and Michael left literally holding the baby. It stars Tom Selleck, Ted Danson, and Steve Guttenberg.

29. What to Expect When You Are Expecting (ITVX)

Cameron Diaz, Chris Rock, Jennifer Lopez and Elizabeth Banks star in this 2012 film about five couples preparing for parenthood. Funny and easy to watch, this one ticks all the boxes.

30. The Beginning of Life (Netflix)

This captivating and eye-opening documentary looks at early childhood development with discussion from scientists, parents, and advocates. It explores the impact of genetics, environment and relationships.