Coronation Street spoilers follow.
Coronation Street's Faye Windass is currently going through an early menopause, which is putting a strain on her relationship with boyfriend Craig Tinker, as well as the sad news that she won't be able to get pregnant again.
It's also a sensitive storyline with plenty of dramatic moments, and Faye actress Ellie Leach has spoken about the part of the storyline she finds the toughest.
Speaking to Inside Soap, she said: "I think it's just doing all the research and making sure that I'm getting it right. But scene-wise, it's probably filming the mood swings.
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"It's quite demanding, because one minute you're saying something nice, and the next minute you're being so horrible. Obviously it's not real, but I don't like saying horrible things to Colson [Smith, who plays Craig]."
Speaking about Smith, she had nothing but praise for her on-screen boyfriend, stating: "We get along so well. We've been friends for 10 years, so we just understand each other — it's like family. He's like my best, best mate. And it's so nice to work with your best friend all the time."
Leach also talked about who she'd like to see as Faye's new best friend following the departure of Alexandra Martell's Emma.
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"She and Michael [Bailey] could be really good friends," the actress explained. "They work together, and I really love working with Ryan [Russell, who plays him]. Plus, Faye loves to babysit!"
While Craig is understandably concerned about his partner, upcoming scenes will see him cross the line, but will he drive a wedge between the young couple?
Coronation Street airs on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 8pm on ITV and streams on the ITV Hub.
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