One Born Every Minute makes return to our TV screens

Following the news that the ground-breaking documentary series One Born Every Minute is returning to our TV screens, the wait is finally over!

The show, which last aired in 2018, follows the intimate and emotional journey of couples as they go through childbirth, and will return for a brand new series on E4, with filming taking place earlier this year.

Vivienne Molokwu, Senior Commissioning Editor, Reality & Entertainment and Commissioning Lead for E4 said: “Nearly 10 years on, we feel very privileged to once again follow the journey that parents embark on as they welcome their babies to the world. We know the roller coaster of emotions that this period is something that will really resonate with the E4 audience, and we cannot wait for our viewers to see how the digital age has re-shaped how families navigate this stage of life.”

E4 have also now revealed that Hits Radio presenter Gemma Atkinson will narrate the new series.

When does it start?

One Born Every Minute returns to E4 on Sunday 25th October at 9pm, with episodes also available to stream on Channel 4.

The new series will air every Sunday night.

Where was the new series filmed?

Over the years it was previously on air, the series followed patients and staff in various hospitals around the UK, including The Princess Anne Hospital Southampton, Leeds General Infirmary, St James's Hospital in Leeds and Liverpool Women's Hospital.

The 2026 series was filmed at St Mary's Hospital in Manchester earlier this year. The hospital was previously part of a BBC series called The Midwives which aired in 2012.

What will happen?

E4 say of the new series: 'Filmed at St Mary's Hospital in Manchester, one of the UK's busiest maternity units, the new six-part series follows a new generation of expectant parents as they prepare for the life-changing moment of welcoming a baby into the world.

'From first-time parents navigating the unknown to growing families embarking on their next chapter, every birth story is different. With unprecedented access to the maternity ward, cameras capture every contraction, every complication and every emotional moment as families prepare to meet their new arrivals.

'Alongside them every step of the way is the extraordinary team of midwives, doctors and maternity staff who help bring new life into the world'.

Watch the brand new trailer below:

How many episodes?

The new series of One Born Every Minute will be made up of 12 episodes.

What channel is it on?

Although the original series aired on Channel 4, the new episodes will air on E4, as well as being available to stream on Channel 4's streaming service.

Will Rowson, Co-Creative Director at Dragonfly TV said: "There’s such affection for One Born Every Minute, and we’re thrilled to return to it. In the years it’s been away so much around pregnancy and maternity care has changed, making this an exciting moment to reimagine the show for an E4 audience."

When was it last on TV?

One Born Every Minute first aired on 9th February 2010, with the show enjoying 11 series here in the UK. The final ever episodes aired on 9th May 2018, with Channel 4 confirming in August 2019 the show had been cancelled.

How can I watch old episodes?

All 11 series of One Born Every Minute are available to watch on Channel 4's streaming service now.

Check out the first look photos from the new series below:

Author: Alex Ross

Alex Ross is a Digital Content Editor across Rayo brands, including the Hits Radio Network, Greatest Hits Radio, KISS, Cool FM and Magic Radio. After beginning her career as a Marketing Intern with Bauer Media in 2016, she transitioned into digital editorial and has spent the past decade creating engaging content for millions of readers. Whether it’s reality shows, sitcoms, gritty crime dramas or hard-hitting documentaries, Alex is an expert in all things TV, as well as knowing the ins and outs of celebrities.