Nine Months 1995

Child psychologist Samuel Faulkner finds his life unexpectedly altered when his ballet instructor girlfriend, Rebecca Taylor, announces her pregnancy. As he navigates through this uncharted territory, his mind is inundated with thoughts about what fatherhood truly entails. His anxieties intensify with frequent interactions with the lively couple, Marty and Gail Dwyer, alongside their rowdy trio of daughters. Additionally, the somewhat ambiguous advice from Sean, his perpetually single artist friend and Gail’s brother, only adds to his confusion. The chilling reminder from Rebecca that birth control is merely 97% effective amplifies his mix of anticipation and fear about fatherhood.

As Rebecca’s uncertainties regarding Samuel’s readiness start to mount, she takes a drastic step by moving in with Marty and Gail, who are themselves on the cusp of welcoming their fourth child. Left reeling by her sudden departure, Samuel attempts to reconnect with her, but his efforts are met with rejection. In a bid to regain his footing, Sean urges him to embrace new adventures, leading Samuel to experiment with rollerblading, sporting an earring, and engaging in various social festivities. Despite these distractions, Rebecca continues to occupy his thoughts.

The life-altering reality of impending fatherhood strikes Samuel even harder when he views an ultrasound of his unborn son. This pivotal moment sparks a transformation within him; he decides to part ways with his flashy Porsche in favor of a more practical family vehicle. Moreover, he strives to reconcile with Rebecca, a gesture that delights their friends, Marty and Gail.

As their journey towards parenthood deepens, Samuel and Rebecca share a touching vow exchange in a heartfelt ceremony. Shortly after, they find themselves in a romantic restaurant setting, only to encounter an awkward twist of fate when they run into a woman who previously caught Samuel’s attention. In a whirlwind of events, Rebecca soon goes into labor, prompting a frantic rush to the hospital. There, they are joined by Marty and Gail, who are also welcoming their new bundle of joy. The arrival of their healthy baby boy, lovingly named Samuel, brings immense joy, while they also celebrate the birth of Gail’s fourth daughter, affectionately dubbed Becky.