Katie Price's tumultuous relationship with ex-fiancé Carl Woods has been laid bare for the public during the second part of her documentary series, Making Babies, aired on Channel 4. The show chronicles the couple's challenging IVF process, which became fraught with tension and emotional turmoil, culminating in their relationship's collapse.
Filmed throughout 2023, the documentary follows the 46-year-old model as she navigated the obstacles of conceiving with Carl, 35, and included stark revelations about her health and fertility prospects. With only a 1% chance of success using her own eggs, experts informed Katie of her precarious state, disclosing she was edging closer to menopause. Despite initial hopes, it became clear their dreams of adding to their family were dissolving.
Just days before the couple was due to proceed with donor egg implantation, Katie revealed to the cameras the heartbreaking news: her relationship with Carl was over. Emotional and raw, she expressed her bewilderment at his abrupt decision, stating, "We've gone through all this IVF, we've had a failed IVF, and then he can just drop me like that's it. Don't care about my feelings…".
Carl, on his part, divulged the heavy burden of his choice to end the relationship, which he described as one of the hardest decisions of his life. "Sometimes loving somebody is just not enough," he confessed, emphasizing the need for stability. He explained, "Kids need a stable home, there's no sign of it changing. I don't have the fight left in me; I've fought for three years," hinting at the emotional drain they both experienced throughout their IVF endeavors.
The strain of the IVF process took its toll. While capturing the intimately challenging moments, viewers saw Katie grappling with hormonal shifts and emotional instability, feelings compounded by the distress of their failing attempts to start anew. "He’s driving me mad with it all," she admitted, feeling the burden of the IVF drugs intensifying their conflicts. Subsequently, as their emotional distance widened through the struggle, Carl decided enough was enough.
Public reaction to Making Babies has also drawn stark responses. Many viewers criticized Channel 4, voicing outrage at the series, claiming it exploited sensitive issues related to fertility. One viewer expressed disgust, articulately noting, "Watching Katie Price Making Babies – Absolutely disgusted! All about me!!! No respect for those who have been on the IVF rollercoaster." Indeed, the series has stirred conversations about the ethics of showcasing real-life struggles of IVF and fertility on television for entertainment purposes.
Katie is no stranger to public scrutiny. Having faced financial difficulties and multiple relationships, she has previously endured the pangs of heartbreak and has been declared bankrupt twice. Yet, amid personal turbulence, she continues to evolve. After her split from Carl, she has reportedly rekindled warmth with JJ Slater, a contestant from Married At First Sight UK. Kicking off this new chapter, she shared, "I feel such a weight has come off my shoulders (after counseling)... I've had a turbulent time, but I’ve reset the button." Whether through counselling or newfound love, Katie appears determined to cultivate happiness.
Reflecting on her life, Katie acknowledges the heavy toll of her experiences but chooses to remain upbeat about her future, focusing on her children—Harvey, the eldest son from her relationship with football star Dwight Yorke, and Junior and Princess from her marriage with Peter Andre, along with Jett and Bunny with ex-partner Kieran Hayler. "I’ve got five amazing kids," she said, framing her family as her true love and partnership.
Her recent revelations and public presence paint the picture of resilience, as she not only navigates the heartaches of lost love but also embraces the joys and challenges of motherhood. Regardless of public opinion, Katie Price's story evolves. The turbulent chapters of her IVF adventures and fleeting relationships have only enriched her with perspectives, and as she looks forward to the days to come, her resolve to love fiercely—whether for her children, herself, or new relationships—speaks volumes of her character.