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Baby Gia in CBBC’s My Very First
Read about baby Gia and her mum appearing in CBBC’s My Very First documentary, with production photographs and family feedback.
Project at a glance
- Programme
- CBBC’s My Very First
- Talent
- Gia and her mum
- Age
- Gia was 13 months old
- Production
- MC Media
About the project
Gia and her mum appeared in CBBC’s My Very First, a documentary following the everyday experiences through which young children learn about the world.
The programme filmed 13-month-old Gia taking part in natural play and learning activities, alongside her twin friends Chester and Elias. Her family’s feedback describes a positive experience with the MC Media crew.
Filming focused on familiar activities and genuine reactions rather than a scripted acting role. This allowed the programme to present early learning in a way that young viewers and their parents could recognise from daily family life.
Project images
Family feedback
We had a truly wonderful time making this CBBC’s casting with the production crew from MC Media — Mum
What parents should know
Documentary teams often look for genuine family interaction rather than a rehearsed performance. Producers may film ordinary routines several times and need families who can remain relaxed while following practical direction.
Parents should understand the subject, filming schedule and intended use before agreeing to participate, and should raise any privacy or welfare concerns before production begins.
Children should not be coached to give a particular response. Natural behaviour is normally more valuable to the finished programme and helps the filming remain appropriate to the child’s age.
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