Lauren revealed that things are very different on TOWIE now that she's returned after a 12-year absence and this certainly can be said of all reality shows.
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In an exclusive chat with MailOnline, Lauren revealed that she's been thinking ahead to the future and whether it would be best to homeschool Larose or the traditional method.
Speaking exclusively to MailOnline, the TOWIE star, 37, opened up about their unusual family setup, revealing they have remained friends after going through trauma.
She's moved on from the sparring days with her ex Mark, yet her TOWIE return will no doubt raise questions on the wildly different trajectory their paths have taken.