One Born Every Minute

Nineteen years after becoming the first triplet to be delivered at the Liverpool Women's, Kirsty has returned to have a baby of her own. Having lived under the shadow of her flamboyant younger siblings, she's hoping motherhood is the key to a more independent life.

Tonight the midwives face the mother of all shifts. With the maternity ward full, three couples manage to get a room but have different experiences.

First time parents Rochalla and unflappable partner Craig arrive ten days overdue. Rochalla's shock pregnancy defied medical odds as she conceived just weeks after an aggressive course of chemotherapy. But as the labour progresses, how do they feel about being back in hospital?

In this episode it's the dads who are under the spotlight as three very different men prepare for fatherhood. Self-confessed Daddy's girl midwife Kirsty looks after Rebecca and Jack, an army soldier who is more confident about going into battle than he is about changing nappies. John, who has always wanted to be a Dad is hoping some of his broodiness will rub off on his girlfriend Natalie.

Tonight's episode explores the secrets of a good relationship. Inseparable Kirstine and Phil have not spent a day apart in 4 years, yet following an emergency during labour, the pair find themselves separated. But how will they cope?

In this episode 35 year old career woman Charlene is struggling to comes to terms with the fact she is about to become a mum, after dedicating her life to climbing the career ladder. As she approaches the final stages of labour Charlene's Mum Marion and Aunt Bev bring a huge dollop of scouse humour to the room to help Charlene through.

Thrill seeking 37 year old Gareth finally settled down after meeting his match 32 year old Jenny. Tragically, just eighteen months into their relationship Gareth was diagnosed with the life limiting illness Multiple Sclerosis. Now with the arrival of their first child, the pair must focus on their brand new adventure into parenthood.

After finally giving up on men, 34 year old beautician Maria finds herself unexpectedly falling for her builder David. With life's plan finally coming together, some worrying news about their new unborn puts life on hold.

In this episode, the subject of friendship is under the spotlight. Childhood best mates Karra and Danny have a 3 year old son with a rare condition who requires 24 hour care. Now awaiting the arrival of their third child, they realise it's their deep friendship which has helped them cope and given them their positive outlook on life.