Sheila was thrilled to finally be pregnant after years of trying, but her joy was marred when her husband, David, was sent on a business trip close to her due date. To ensure she had support, David arranged for a doula named Martha to assist during labor. Although initially hesitant, Sheila eventually warmed to Martha, finding her support invaluable.

However, as Sheila’s labor began, Martha accidentally called her “Amber”—the name given to Sheila at birth before she was adopted. Realizing the truth, Sheila confronted Martha, who admitted she was her biological mother. Shocked and angry, Sheila refused Martha’s help and drove herself to the hospital despite the contractions.

At the hospital, Sheila’s labor progressed quickly, but David hadn’t yet arrived. Martha, despite Sheila’s earlier rejection, showed up at the hospital to support her. Sheila, in too much pain to refuse, allowed Martha to stay. Just as Sheila was about to give birth, David finally arrived, bringing Sheila immense relief.

After the birth, Martha approached Sheila to apologize for her past decisions and for keeping the truth from her. Although Sheila was hurt, she decided to postpone the conversation, wanting to focus on her newborn daughter. The story ends with Sheila holding her baby, contemplating forgiveness and the complicated ties that bind families together.