SEAGULLS SQUAWK
I love the sound of seagulls.
Reminds me of holidays.
Days out with my Mum and Dad.
Yeah.
Do you think we'll own a house by the sea?
Mmm.
With palm trees in the garden? Definitely.
And a boat and a campervan?
Something faster. A Fireblade or a Ducatti 998.
If I get to be a top consultant, I'll buy them for you.
What? Both of them?
Yeah, why not?
LAUGHING AND SQUEALING
I love you.
Me too.
- Have a good day! - Yeah, you too.
What do you want for tea?
- Anything. Erm, pasta? - OK.
He's gone to meet Spanner, a mate from school.
You really like Dylan then, do you?
Yeah, maybe he's the one!
What do you mean, "the one"?
You know, the one.
True love.
What is that?
PHONE RINGS AND SIREN SOUNDS
Hah! Specialty change-over day!
Just as you're feeling one step up from a bed bug, yank!
You're on your back with your legs waving in the air!
- So, where are you going? - Gastroenterology.
- Spoiled my dinner. Cath? - Surgery.
Ah! You could learn a lot from Mr Hill,
just don't take the "legs in the air" thing too literally.
- You. Where are you going, Simon? - Uh, anaesthetics.
Ugh! So dull! You're nearly comatose already, mate!
- Hey! Where are you going, Rhi? - General medicine.
Looks like a crisis at the birthing unit.
Ah, now that is bad news.
You know, if something goes wrong,
you've got two lives hanging in the balance instead of one.
There's a midwife to see you.
- Hi, I'm Rhian. - Shelly Bevan, senior midwife.
The Trinity have had a C-diff outbreak.
They've closed their maternity unit so we've got double the patients.
She's in first stage labour, 3cm dilated,
contractions six minutes apart.
Do you have any experience on maternity?
None at all.
Don't worry. There's more than a few hours before she's full labour.
We'd normally send her home, but she's a bit anxious.
She's on her own, so if you keep an eye on her until we've got room.
Yeah, of course. Regular blood pressure checks.
And foetal heart. I've put a CTG monitor in there.
Any problems, bleep me.
The Trinity are supposed to be sending her notes over, but...
- Hello, I'm Rhian. - Hi, I'm Sarah.
- How're you doing? - OK.
I just need to take your blood pressure.
Oh!
GROANS
- You OK? - Yeah.
Anyone coming to be with you?
No.
I'll look after you until there's a space at the birthing unit.
If you need anything, just let me know.
Thanks.
Cath, what do you think true love means?
Oh God, I don't know.
It's just a phrase, like "baby, baby. " It doesn't mean anything.
- So it doesn't exist? - What doesn't exist?
Trying to figure out what true love means, if it exists at all.
It's about sticking together, no matter what.
Nice one, Si.
Back in a moment.
Mrs Evans, diverticulitis. Mrs Campbell, gallstones.
In for an ERCP. Mr Hague, disfagia, in with OGD.
Hands. Infection control are in this afternoon.
New patient just in from A&E.
Good morning, I'm Doctor Mowad.
- Where's my trolley? - I'm sorry, I...
- My trolley, where is it? - You have stomach pain?
- I saw them put it in the ambulance. - Where is the pain?
- Tartan, oh! - Are you experiencing any nausea?
- Irregular bowel movements? - It's got a black plastic handle.
Mr Parry...
PHONE RINGS
Ams, normal foetal heart rate?
110 to 160bpm.
- Any irregular bowel movements? - Erm, no.
Mrs Ellis. Suspected pancreatitis. Where are you, Doctor Mowad?
Mr Parry, we're going to do some blood tests.
150.
That's great!
SIGH
I'm sick of those maternity clothes. Have you seen that dress?
I've worn that every day since... Oh!
BREATHES HEAVILY
I don't suppose you need many things
if you're only wearing them for a few months.
Exactly! You see that nursing bra?
It's not exactly glam is it?
But then, who needs lace when you're a 34E?
Hello, Sarah. Rhian, could I have a word, please?
- How are things in the birthing unit? - Even busier.
Sarah's notes have come through. She had a baby last year.
It was stillborn. A rare genetic abnormality.
Didn't show up on her scans. Almost full term, 36 weeks.
That's terrible. What about this baby?
Seems to be fine. She had a variety of tests.
Where do you think her partner is?
Couples often split after losing a child.
- I've been in there laughing. - Might have been what she needed.
Let's hope it's all OK this time.
I wonder if you'd mind giving me a hand with some of my research.
Don't worry, it's non-invasive!
Um, it's just my flatmate was talking about true love this morning.
I've been asking people and they all say different things.
I noticed your tattoo and thought...
OK, Mr Parry.
- How did that get in here? - In my trolley!
Mitzy goes everywhere with me!
Doctor Mowad...
- I'm going to put this in your arm. - What's it for?
It's just a precaution.
The baby is going to be alright, isn't she?
Don't worry. Your blood pressure is normal, the baby's heart is normal.
You're going to be fine. Your baby's going to be fine.
I promise.
We're going to send you for an ultrasound scan to see your stomach.
- How long will it take? - A few minutes.
Can Mitzy stay here? I could tie her to the bed, leave some water.
Nobody will know she's here!
She can't stay here, Mr Parry. Animals aren't allowed.
Infection control are here to inspect.
She's not vermin.
Hey, she's taken quite a shine to you, look.
- I'm not really a dog person. - Did you have one as a child?
- Definitely not! - Missed out, then.
Can you just call your family? A neighbour?
- Anyone to take it away? - Doctor Mowad.
- Has that dog gone yet? - Yes.
You better not give me sarcoptic mange!
DOG WHINES
There, cheese and pickle.
- Is the baby alright? - Fine, you're both doing great.
- That seemed like a strong one. - Would you like some pain relief?
- No thanks. Sure? It won't harm the baby.
I'm OK, thank you.
I'll try and get you a bed on the labour ward. Back soon.
BEEPER BEEPS
Your boyfriend?
- Yeah. - Have you got a picture?
- He seems nice. - Yeah, he is.
- What's his name? - Dylan.
Do you think you'll have kids one day?
Yeah. Yeah, I think we will.
But not for a bit. I don't feel like a proper doctor yet.
Well, you seem like a proper doctor. Only nicer!
Nice hair. My Ian's got nice hair.
Is he not gonna be here today?
We lost our first child.
Ian took it really hard, so...
- It must have been terrible. - Yeah, everyone says that.
I'm sorry.
It was terrible.
But I don't regret it.
No?
When he was born, the midwife asked if I wanted to see him or not.
I said no.
I was afraid of what he might look like.
She took him away, but later I thought,
what if he's watching somewhere?
How will he ever feel loved if his own mother won't even look at him?
Ian didn't want to, but I asked the midwife to bring him back,
and when I saw him, he was funny looking, but I still loved him.
What do you think true love is?
Because I've noticed that when you feel in love with somebody,
it's got an awful lot to do with the way they smell.
You're the biggest brain here, what do you think?
I reckon it's to do with evolution at a genetic level.
When you smell someone and they smell fantastic,
that's your genes telling you that when you procreate,
the two of you will be an excellent genetic match.
Well, if you can come up with a better theory, I'd love to hear it!
- So, good day? Did you meet your mates? - Fantastic day.
This bass player in Spanner's band has just walked out,
so they've asked me to step in.
Wow!
It's perfect. It's a bit rock, a bit new wave.
- Sounds great. When's your first gig? - Tomorrow night.
That's quick. Do you think you can learn it all by then?
Yeah. I'll be a bit rubbish, but yeah.
- I'll come and watch. Where is it? - Manchester.
- A bit far. But there'll be others, won't there? - Yeah, lots more.
There's a week of gigs lined up in Manchester,
then a week in Dublin, then a week in Munich.
And that's the ones they've lined up so far.
This is serious. They've got a manager and a recording contract.
Wow!
I've gotta go. Loads to do.
Listen, I'm going tonight.
- What time? - Spanner's picking me up about 6pm.
What about your tea? Pasta.
Sorry, better give it a miss. We'll stop in the services.
You'll be there when I get back though, so I can see you off.
Of course.
Love equals loyalty,
plus commitment,
plus genetics, plus attraction,
plus...
What's missing?
Mr Parry, your test results show that you have peritonitis.
We will treat it with antibiotics,
but we'll also take you to surgery
to remove the infected tissue. - Is she alright?
My dog.
Oh, yes, she's fine.
Is it serious then, you and your fella?
I don't know.
I think I love him.
When I'm with him, I have to stop myself from blurting it out.
I think I've got I love you tourettes or something!
I know we're young, but... I think it's right.
Sorry.
No, it's fine. I know what you mean.
I'd been with Ian a week before I'd decided
what my wedding dress looked like and the name of our kids!
It'll be alright.
Yeah. Of course it will.
Still no beds free. I'll stay with you here.
- Is it OK if I go for a break? - Yeah.
I won't be long.
So what do you think true love is?
Something that involves two Minogue sisters, a bit of nitrous oxide,
and a wind machine.
Isn't it brilliant?! I'm a rock star's girlfriend!
I've never been the cool one before.
I'll miss him while he's away, but...
- Rhi! - What? - Parties. Groupies.
Dylan's not like that.
What do you expect me to do? Ask him not to go?
It's great that he's got his music.
I'd never try to stop him or cramp his style.
Anyone seen a dog?
Mitzi!
Hello girl!
Oh, there's a good girl.
I...
That's OK.
Are you OK?
It will be OK.
Oh.
Penny, what do you think true love is?
Magic.
Fireworks.
Handcuffs.
Dr Strettle, Mr Parry, Mitzi.
Mr Parry, I'm with anaesthetics.
Did you find someone to pick up your dog?
- No. - Would you mind putting your arm out please, Mr Parry?
Wait. What's going to happen to Mitzi while I'm unconscious?
We could call the RSPCA. They could have her for a few days.
I'm not putting her in a kennel.
She stayed in one for two nights once
and she was so badly traumatized she hardly recognised me.
We haven't been apart since.
I'm sorry, but Mitzi and I are just going to have to go home.
You have to have the operation.
The antibiotics won't be enough and the infection could spread.
You could die.
That's a risk I'll have to take.
Call pest control.
Mr Parry's dog isn't vermin. She's all the family he's got.
Get it out.
Oh!
I think my waters have broken.
MUSIC
We need to get this baby out quickly.
BUZZER
Nurse, can you call theatre?
Sera, I need you to sign this consent form if we need to do a Caesarean.
The baby's alright, she's gonna be OK, isn't she?
- I don't know. - But you promised me.
- Consent? - Yes.
OK, another cannula. Five units of blood, five to follow.
OK. It's OK. Try to relax.
There is a profuse haemorrhage indication placental abruption.
- Is that Blood Bank? - Transfer now.
Five units 0 neg and another five to follow.
Organise the theatre and call the anaesthetist.
Anaesthetist's waiting.
Baby's fine. Mum's gonna be fine too.
There's nothing quite like the sound of a newborn crying.
What are you doing? Rhi'll be back in a minute.
She was supposed to be here by six. I've got to go.
So, you're not going to say goodbye?
I'll call her.
Look, this is a big thing for me. And it's a big thing for her too.
- She loves you. - It's not like we're engaged or anything. We're just...
Just what?
You know.
Yeah, I do...
But I don't think she does. You're going to break her heart.
I'm sorry.
No, you're not. You're a bloke!
Look, I'll...
What?
You'll keep her hanging on while you shag your way round Europe?
I don't need this.
HORN BEEPS
BABY CRIES
MUSIC
Thanks, Rhian. You've been brilliant.
Right, anyone here know how to change a nappy?
No.
Good luck.
OK. Side with the picture goes to the front.
Hi!
Dyl?
Where's Dylan?
He stayed as long as he could but he had to go.
His mate was outside. Just couldn't wait any longer.
He was really upset that he missed you.
He said he was going to call.
He won't,
will he?
Love means different things to different people.
To some people, it means having fun while it lasts.
To others, it's... merely a fantasy,
an exercise in lust.
True love... can overcome seemingly impossible obstacles.
True love... fills you up.
More than that, true love is...
unconditional.
♪ Are you happy now?
♪ Where do you go when you're lonely?
♪ Where do you go when you're blue?
♪ Where do you go when you're lonely?
♪ I'll follow you... ♪
RHIAN CRIES
RHIAN CONTINUES CRYING
- Why is he doing this? - She dumped him. BOTH: Sorry?
Is it all about being dumped by some girl?
BANGS ON DOOR Vern!
I had a hell of a time getting here.
- If she loves him, why did she leave him? - Been listening to Misery FM?
Are you avoiding me?
- I come in and I make a good impression. - You look like hell!
EXCITED SQUEALS Aha, mislay!
- It's got a lot to answer for, Rhi. - What has? - Love.
Corrected by Lauta