sentences:  The storyline gave a few hints to the father's identity, and Fergison was excited to find out.The actress deemed it "a bit of a risky storyline" because of Heather's association with more comedic plots, and suggested that viewers may find the pregnancy farcical due to the lack of build-up.She expressed the opinion it would be "brilliant" if Heather were to raise the baby with Shirley, as Heather would be scared of being a mother, but Shirley has brought up her own children so could help.