The Midwife's Christmas Miracle. Jennifer Taylor

said how good she is with Alfie. She just needs to gain a bit more confidence in herself.’

      ‘Then the classes would be ideal for her. Another plus is that she’ll meet other girls in her situation and hopefully make some friends. She won’t feel quite so alone if she has someone her own age to talk to.’

      ‘It’s the perfect solution. Thanks, Max. I’ll give Dr Thompson a call and see what she has to say.’

      Lucy smiled at him, her whole face lighting up with delight, and Max felt another surge of heat flow through him and wash away every sensible thought he’d had. Maybe he didn’t want to rush her, but he had to start somewhere.