Daddy Issues

When she needs help with childbirth, Gemma turns to her aunt Jess for advice. Later, Malcolm and Gemma receive an invitation to Jess and Tyrone's hot‑tub party, but Malcolm feels nervous about the idea of getting into the hot tub for the first time.

Garden Sliders is a programme presented as an episode that follows the everyday experiences of its characters. Its tone mixes humour with the dramas that arise in ordinary households, making the narrative feel both familiar and engaging, and offering a slice‑of‑life look at the relationships that bind them. In this particular episode, Gemma finds herself confronting the uncertainties that come with impending motherhood. Unsure where to turn, she decides to seek the counsel of her aunt Jess, hoping to gain some practical birthing advice and the comfort that comes from family support. Gemma hopes Jess can share her own experiences, offering tips that might ease the anxieties of the birthing process. At the same time, Gemma and her partner Malcolm are invited to a social gathering organised by Jess and her husband Tyrone. The occasion is a hot‑tub party, set up as a relaxed environment for friends to enjoy each other’s company while unwinding. The invitation offers the group a chance to unwind together, with warm water providing a casual backdrop for conversation. Malcolm, however, reveals a reluctance to join the festivities, admitting that he feels nervous about hot‑tubs. His apprehension introduces a subtle conflict as the couple weighs the desire to support Gemma against his personal discomfort. Malcolm’s unease forces the pair to discuss how to balance his discomfort with Gemma’s wish to join her aunt’s celebration, hinting at a gentle negotiation ahead of the event.