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Ferne McCann: First Time Mum - Episode Guide

Season 1

Episode 1

Episode: 1x01 | Airdate: May 2, 2018

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It's four months since Ferne gave birth to daughter Sunday and after the sentencing of ex-boyfriend Arthur Collins, she's settling into life as a single mum. Since having Sunday, Ferne's media work shows no sign of slowing down and with a constant flow of paid Instagram posts to upload, Ferne's feeling the pressure to look good and feel good.

Episode 2

Episode: 1x02 | Airdate: May 9, 2018

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After a stressful few months, Ferne's busy schedule shows no sign of slowing down. She makes an appearance in Glasgow for a special appearance celebrating body positivity. But with baby Sunday in tow, getting out of the door isn't as smooth sailing as she'd hoped. A chance meeting with an alternative therapist leads Ferne to realise she hneeds a reset, and she swiftly books flights to Marbella.

Episode 3

Episode: 1x03 | Airdate: May 16, 2018

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Season 2

Episode 1

Episode: 2x01 | Airdate: Feb 6, 2019

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Now she's turned one, Sunday isn't sleeping. All routines set by Ferne have suddenly gone out the window, she calls in a sleep nanny and we see her explore new parenting techniques. The nanny advises Ferne that if she wants to ever share her bed with a man, she has to address the problem now. Mum Gill jets off to Australia for a holiday, leaving her to deal with motherhood alone. Charlie Brake bolts back into Ferne's life and after some flirtation between the pair, Charlie asks Ferne out on a date, her first in over two years. After admitting she's ready to find love again, old friend Liam Gatsby is also back on the scene, vying for Ferne's attention. Seeking fresh beginnings Ferne starts looking for a new place to live for her and baby Sunday. Needing time out from the press gossip about her love life, Ferne heads to Dubai and we see her looking fitter than ever and she finally reaches a decision about what to do about Charlie.

Episode 2

Episode: 2x02 | Airdate: Feb 13, 2019

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Needing more space for daughter Sunday, Ferne goes on the house hunt with friend Gatsby who asks her out on a date. After bumping into Love Islander Charlie Brake for the second time, Ferne finds herself in a dating dilemma.

Episode 3

Episode: 2x03 | Airdate: Feb 20, 2019

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With Sunday still not sleeping, Ferne is relieved that mum Gill is back in town. After the pair catch up on Ferne's dating dilemmas, Gill's advice is to relax and enjoy the attention. Taking friend Billie's tip off, Ferne calls in Annie the Sleep Nanny to help get Sunday back into her routine. After a stressful few weeks, Ferne heads off on her well deserved break to Dubai, with Sunday and friend Carl.

Season 3

Episode 1

Episode: 3x01 | Airdate: Oct 30, 2019

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After spending three weeks in sunny Spain, Ferne returns home to Essex and is determined to get Sunday settled back into her bedtime routine. But as Sunday approaches the 'terrible twos', it's clear that Ferne has a task ahead of her.

Reflecting on the last two years of motherhood, Ferne begins to open up about something that has troubled her since giving birth and in a bid to overcome this, she seeks medical advice.

Ferne feels the pressure as her and Sunday attend a last-minute photoshoot. And after making an offer on a new home for her and Sunday, Ferne receives some good news.

Episode 2

Episode: 3x02 | Airdate: Nov 6, 2019

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Ferne parties out in Ibiza to celebrate her 29th birthday.

Episode 3

Episode: 3x03 | Airdate: Nov 13, 2019

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After her meltdown over the pressure of being a single mum, things are looking up as Ferne books a big travel job.

Season 4

Episode 1

Episode: 4x01 | Airdate: Apr 15, 2020

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Ferne finally makes the move into her dream house and as she approaches 30, she has finally found love. However, just as she is swept off her feet, her new boyfriend is swept off to a new job 3500 miles away. Undeterred and besotted by the new man in her life, Ferne is determined to make this long-distance relationship work, while Sunday is testing her patience to the limit as she hurtles through the terrible twos.

Episode 2

Episode: 4x02 | Airdate: Apr 22, 2020

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Episode 3

Episode: 4x03 | Airdate: Apr 29, 2020

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Ferne's friend Sam Faiers pops round with her kids for a surprise visit, and Ferne heads to Birmingham to deliver a speech.

Episode 4

Episode: 4x04 | Airdate: May 6, 2020

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Documentary following the reality TV star as she settles into life as a single mother.

Season 5

Episode 1

Episode: 5x01 | Airdate: Oct 22, 2020

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As Ferne approaches 30 she continues to explore her spiritual side and ultimately focuses less on men and more on finding her zen. But after adopting her new celibate lifestyle and as her 30th plans get thrown into chaos, Ferne gets whisked away on a private jet to the South of France by her millionaire secret admirer. 

Sunday continues to keep Ferne on her toes as her night-time routine goes fully out of the window. And Ferne visits bestie Danielle after she has recently given birth to baby Orla, as the pair swap stories on their post-pregnancy bodies. 

Ferne's mum Gill is left emotional after Ferne and sister Sophie organise a special birthday trip to a vineyard as the girls show their appreciation for her.

Episode 2

Episode: 5x02 | Airdate: Oct 29, 2020

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There's toys, there's tears, and there's tantrums as Ferne and Sunday go head to head in a battle of wills over who rules the roost in the McCann household. And it's not who you'd think. Ferne hits the big 30 and despite being 30, flirty and thriving  - her big 30th birthday bash is called off after Boris makes a shock announcement, but her secret admirer swoops in and saves the day - with a private jet to Cannes.

Episode 3

Episode: 5x03 | Airdate: Nov 5, 2020

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Ferne's diary is packed with work projects so to help manage her chaotic schedule she is on the hunt for a personal assistant and a nanny. But she also makes time for her love life.

Episode 4

Episode: 5x04 | Airdate: Nov 12, 2020

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As ever Ferne's working hard but with the help of her new team there's also the time to play hard. Life is action packed as she heads off glamping with Sunday and her besties and then takes to the skies with Grandad to fulfill a lifelong dream. Ferne pulls out all the stops for best mate Danni after hard hitting headlines caused her a bit of a nightmare.

Season 6

Episode 1

Episode: 6x01 | Airdate: Aug 24, 2021

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Back to work, back having fun, busier than ever and in love.

Things in the McCann household have changed and during lockdown, Ferne fell head over heels in love with Jack, so much so, he moved in with her and Sunday, but for some, the change has not been quite so smooth.

Daughter Sunday is not so sure that a new man in her life is for her and Ferne is concerned that she is drifting apart from besties Carl and Ellis.

Close friend and business partner Danni drops in for a workout and some words of advice. 

Ferne contemplates getting a pet and goes for some crystal healing for a boost of energy, and grabs lunch with Billie Shepherd for a gossip about the men in their lives.

Episode 2

Episode: 6x02 | Airdate: Aug 31, 2021

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Worried she is losing touch with her friends, Fern makes plans to meet Sophie at the park, goes swimming with Arg, and takes Sunday round to Danielle's for baby Orla's 1st birthday.

Episode 3

Episode: 6x03 | Airdate: Sep 7, 2021

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A heartbroken Ferne splits with boyfriend Jack. Cameras follow as she starts to put the pieces of her life back together and seeks counsel and life advice from mum Gill.

Episode 4

Episode: 6x04 | Airdate: Sep 14, 2021

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After the devastating break-up from boyfriend Jack, Ferne is putting her life back together and moving on, and decides that it is time to clear out his belongings.

Episode 5

Episode: 6x05 | Airdate: Sep 21, 2021

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Ferne and her best pals hit the road in a campervan for a holiday in Cornwall, where they enjoy trips to the beach and a visit to a seal sanctuary.

Episode 6

Episode: 6x06 | Airdate: Sep 28, 2021

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Ferne and her daughter Sunday are back from their staycation and with Gill on holiday, it's a momentous moment for Ferne - she's got to do her own washing. Not an easy feat for our first time mum, and typically it doesn't all go to plan, much like her and Sunday's photoshoot, but as ever mum Gill is on hand to help. She's even on hand to help with a charity run that brings back memories of her late mum, Connie.

With Sunday's behaviour playing on her mind, Ferne asks best mate Billie Shepherd for some advice given she's been there and got the t-shirt. Putting Billie's advice into practice gives Ferne some success, but she soon realises that Sunday's behaviour issues aren't going to be a quick fix. And still torn over whether to get Sunday a puppy, Ferne does her homework including a visit to best mate and recent dog mum Vicky Pattison - after some tears and a close call for bunbun Ferne is left wondering if it's the right thing for them. And best mate Carl has some big news.

Episode 7

Episode: 6x07 | Airdate: Oct 5, 2021

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There is talk of marriage and babies when Ferne meets Carl's new boyfriend. As she looks for a hobby for daughter Sunday, Ferne decides to try ice skating with former team GB ice hockey player and best friend Ellis. Ferne gets parenting advice from a professional, starts a sticker chart with Sunday and with school on the horizon, decides it's time to leave Bun Bun at home. After a boxing class with fitness trainer Ellie, Ferne discusses the new man in her life… God. Both girls head to church for a chat with the Reverend Father Matthew. Afterwards, Ellie comes up with a new title for the show over lunch.

Episode 8

Episode: 6x08 | Airdate: Oct 12, 2021

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Season 7

Episode 1

Episode: 7x01 | Airdate: May 4, 2022

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After a holiday in Dubai, Ferne reveals that she has finally found Mr Right. Ferne discovers that her feet are on a celebrity fan site and invites Billie around to compare scores.

Episode 2

Episode: 7x02 | Airdate: May 11, 2022

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Ferne hopes for the best when she braves a photoshoot with Sunday. Later on a romantic date night, Ferne is gobsmacked when Lorri shows his commitment with an extravagant gesture.

Episode 3

Episode: 7x03 | Airdate: May 18, 2022

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Ferne and her boyfriend try to put the recent tabloid story behind them. Later, the couple host a star-studded party to celebrate their love, and the night ends with a surprise.

Episode 4

Episode: 7x04 | Airdate: May 25, 2022

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Ferne and Lorri take the next step in their relationship as he moves in. Ferne decides it is time to let go of her past and goes forest screaming with Carl.

Season 8

Episode 1

Episode: 8x01 | Airdate: Sep 1, 2022

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Ferne's relationship with Lorri goes from strength to strength as they start to plan their future, but there's still one issue Ferne can't overcome.

Episode 2

Episode: 8x02 | Airdate: Sep 13, 2022

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Ferne meets her friend Vicky Pattison at a glamorous fashion show, tests out her new style for a day at the races and seeks professional help for her pelvic floor issues.

Episode 3

Episode: 8x03 | Airdate: Sep 15, 2022

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While Ferne catches up with Billie, Lorri takes the opportunity to visit Hatton Garden. As the christening approaches, Ferne asks Carl and Ellis to take on an important role.

Episode 4

Episode: 8x04 | Airdate: Sep 22, 2022

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Observational documentary series following the reality star as she adapts to motherhood. Ferne is still in a daze following her engagement to Lorri and is heading straight to church, but this time it's to celebrate Sunday's christening. Ferne and Sunday also get away on a barging holiday with Carl, Ellis and Sarrah which goes less than smoothly, and Ferne celebrates her birthday with a trip to the safari park with Sunday before Lorri organises a romantic dinner where the couple make huge plans.

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