Midwife Ella fights a daily battle for mothers and newborns, but the department is understaffed and facing budget cuts.

After a school bus crash, anesthetist Jacob fights to save the injured children.

Jerry tries in vain to get closer to Ella.

Vilhelm feels neglected and confronts Louise, who suddenly opens up to him.

Jerry's son comes for an unannounced visit; Ella is pressured to tell the department her secret.

An experience with a critically ill patient makes Milad reconsider his resignation.