For ten years Megan and Jay Crawford have pursued demanding careers--and taken passionate delight in their love for each other. Now, starting a family seems the perfect way to enhance their already deep and unyielding bond.

But months later, Megan still isn't pregnant--and Jay's position as chief surgeon at a big-city hospital takes him more often from her side. Despite their fervent efforts, Megan feels Jay slipping away... She aches to have his baby, but how can they make room for a child when they can't find time for themselves?