EastEnders' Ian Beale will hatch a plan after his grief-stricken friend Sharon Mitchell makes a devastating decision next week.
Sharon's life has been turned upside down by the tragic death of her teenage son Dennis, who died in last month's boat accident on the Thames.
Upcoming scenes will see Sharon (Letitia Dean) make some heartbreaking choices over her future ahead of Dennis's funeral.
As Sharon continues to struggle with the enormity of her loss, she ends up breaking down while talking to Linda about the funeral plans.
Worried, Linda offers to look after Kayden but is left uncomfortable when she bumps into Karen.
Wanting to support her friend as much as she can, Linda later accompanies Sharon to register Kayden's birth, but the day takes a sad turn when Sharon receives a call to say Dennis's body is being released.
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Struggling to cope with looking after her newborn son at such a traumatic time, Sharon decides to let a thrilled Karen look after Kayden again.
When Sharon breaks down while discussing Dennis's funeral arrangements, she gets some much-needed support from a worried Kathy. However, Sharon is left inconsolable once again after going to see Dennis's body at the funeral parlour.
Overwhelmed with grief, Sharon makes a life-changing decision afterwards – much to the concern of those closest to her.
Grateful for the support she receives in the aftermath, Sharon takes the opportunity to thank Ian for standing by her no matter what.
Wracked with guilt, Ian hatches a plan to help Sharon – but what is it? And will it work?
EastEnders airs these scenes next week on BBC One.
The Cruse Bereavement Care Freephone National Helpline is staffed by trained bereavement volunteers, who offer emotional support to anyone affected by bereavement.
The helpline, 0808 808 1677, is open Monday-Friday at 9.30am-5pm (excluding bank holidays), with extended hours on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings, when it is open until 8pm. You can also email helpline@cruse.org.uk.
Cruse Scotland can be reached on 0845 600 2227 or support@crusescotland.org.uk.
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