Character Relationship Map: Having Babies

Characters

• Frank Gorman (played by Desi Arnaz Jr.) — protagonist

  Expectant father navigating the emotional journey of childbirth and family life.

• Grace Fontreil (played by Vicki Lawrence) — protagonist

  Expectant mother exploring childbirth methods and family dynamics.

• Sally McNamara (played by Jessica Walter) — supporting

  Expectant mother exploring childbirth preparation and family bonds.

• Mrs. Fontreil (played by Jan Sterling) — supporting

  Experienced mother offering guidance to younger expectant parents.

• Max Duggin (played by Richard Masur) — supporting

  Expectant father dealing with the realities of impending parenthood.

• Beth Paterno (played by Karen Valentine) — supporting

  Expectant mother navigating hospital procedures and family support.

• Mark McNamara (played by Steve Shaw) — minor

  Expectant father or family member in supporting scenes.

• Mickey Paterno (played by Greg Mullavey) — minor

  Supporting family figure during pregnancy preparations.

• Dr. Gorman (played by Joseph G. Medalis) — minor

  Medical professional providing secondary clinical support.

• Allie Duggin (played by Adrienne Barbeau) — supporting

  Expectant mother navigating childbirth and family dynamics.

• Laura Gorman (played by Linda Purl) — supporting

  Family member or partner involved in childbirth journey.

• George McNamara (played by Ronny Cox) — supporting

  Expectant father or family figure in supporting scenes.

Canonical Relationships

Family, romantic, and professional connections based on plot evidence.

• Frank Gorman → Grace Fontreil (romantic)

  Central couple exploring Lamaze childbirth method

• Sally McNamara → Mark McNamara (romantic)

  Expectant spouses in the original film

• Max Duggin → Allie Duggin (romantic)

  Husband and wife preparing for delivery

• Beth Paterno → Mickey Paterno (romantic)

  Married couple navigating pregnancy

• Mrs. Fontreil → Grace Fontreil (family)

  Mother-daughter relationship during pregnancy

• Dr. Gorman → Frank Gorman (family)

  Shared surname suggests familial connection

• Sally McNamara → George McNamara (Family Spouses)
• Frank Gorman → Laura Gorman (Family Spouses)

Story Dynamics

Alliances, conflicts, and narrative interactions that evolve throughout the story.

• Beth Paterno → Allie Duggin (Social Close Friends)
• Sally McNamara → Grace Fontreil (Alliance Friends)
• Laura Gorman → Beth Paterno (Alliance Friends)
• Frank Gorman → George McNamara (Alliance Classmates)

Story Analysis

Four couples navigate pregnancy and childbirth through Lamaze method

Plot Progression

1. Expectation and Anticipation
2. Journey Through Pregnancy
3. Approaching the Due Date
4. The Miracle of Birth