The actress revealed the terrifying moment her nine-year-old daughter was rushed to the hospital for emergency surgery just weeks after a previous operation.

Former EastEnders star Natalie Cassidy has spoken candidly about the emotional turmoil she endured after her nine-year-old daughter, Joanie, suffered a devastating injury at school. The actress, best known for her portrayal of Sonia Fowler on the BBC soap, revealed she felt close to a "nervous breakdown" following the incident .

Cassidy, 43, shared the details on her podcast, Life With Nat, explaining that Joanie slipped in the school hallway before a physical education class. The fall resulted in a severe break that required surgery under general anesthetic .

"I'm speechless. It's so traumatic," Cassidy said on the podcast . The injury was especially distressing because it occurred in the same arm that had undergone surgery just eight weeks prior for a previous fracture . "Joanie's broken her arm again. Same arm – smashed to pieces," she recounted .

The actress described the emotional weight of seeing her child suffer, stating she really "fell to pieces" . "Just her little body – and the medication and the trauma of it all," she added .

Concerned about the frequency of the injuries, Cassidy pursued medical testing to determine if an underlying condition was causing Joanie’s susceptibility to fractures. However, the results came back clear. "She's had full blood tests, and everything is in range. The consultant actually said, 'I do think it's just really bad luck,'" Cassidy revealed .

Despite the harrowing ordeal, the actress expressed gratitude for the medical staff who cared for her daughter. She praised the hospital team for their positivity and professionalism, noting that they provided excellent care during the family's difficult time .

The ordeal comes months after Cassidy publicly advocated for stricter social media regulations for children, highlighting her commitment to protecting young people . Fans of the actress have offered their support following her candid admission.