Keke Palmer portrays a new mother in Peacock’s *The 'Burbs* reboot, drawing from her own postpartum experience.

Keke Palmer, who stars as a new mother in Peacock’s reboot of *The 'Burbs*, calls the role deeply personal and cathartic, especially since she filmed it shortly after giving birth to her son. Playing Samira, a woman navigating motherhood and her relationship with her partner, allowed Palmer to reflect on her own postpartum journey, including challenges in reconnecting with herself and her partner. She and co-star Jack Whitehall, also a father, drew from their real-life experiences to portray the emotional complexities of early parenthood, such as self-doubt and relationship strain. The series, which blends suspense with heartfelt storytelling, is now streaming on Peacock.