Coronation Street star warns of emotional fallout as Shona’s decision puts pressure on Platt family
Shona's insisting on having the surgery
In Wednesday night’s Coronation Street episode (November 12), Shona and David Platt faced devastating news about their baby.
Doctors told them that keeping the pregnancy would mean Shona undergoing a high-risk operation. Shona was determined to move forward. David wasn’t so sure.
Julia Goulding, who plays Shona, has hinted that this emotional clash could lead to serious strain in their marriage.
Shona and David torn over huge baby decision in Coronation Street
Tonight’s special episode of Corrie was definitely a tear-jerker, showing the morning from both of David and Shona Platt‘s different perspectives.
Shona was really anxious about their hospital appointment and didn’t appreciate David trying to distract her from reality. David was trying to act strong but was crumbling inside at the thought of what they could be told at the hospital.
At the hospital, David and Shona received troubling news. Doctors had found a growth on their unborn baby and feared it could be cancerous. If they chose to continue the pregnancy, Shona would need to undergo a complex and dangerous procedure.
Back home, Shona kept things upbeat around the family. She didn’t reveal the truth about their baby’s condition. Once the house was quiet, she told David her decision – she was going through with the surgery. She still believed their daughter had a chance.
David wasn’t sure. He questioned whether risking Shona’s life was worth it. The couple were left at odds, facing a painful divide.
Julia Goulding shares concerns for Platt marriage
With both Shona and David having different views over the idea of surgery, Coronation Street actress Julia Goulding has teased that this will put a huge strain on the couple’s marriage.
With Shona feeling ‘isolated’ in her feelings, Julia explained to the Mirror: “Termination isn’t an option for her.
“She’s just like, ‘Yep, surgery, we’re doing it.’ And I think that’s where a lot of the conflict comes in, because it’s a particular type of operation and it’s incredibly rare, and there is a risk to mother’s life and baby’s life. And that’s where David’s arguments come in, to at least think about the pros and cons of having a termination or having the surgery.”
However, despite this ‘conflict,’ Julia admitted that the special episode highlighted ‘how much stronger they are when they’re together and on the same track.’ So here’s to hoping that the couple can support each through this tough time no matter what they ultimately decide to do.
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