Who is the father of Dr. Hannah Asher’s (Jessy Schram) baby? This intriguing mystery is set to unfold in Chicago Med Season 11. Is it her on-and-off boyfriend, Dr. Mitch Ripley (Luke Mitchell), or perhaps her colleague and close friend, Dr. Dean Archer (Steven Weber)? Showrunner Allen MacDonald describes the situation as “complicated” in a recent interview. When we last saw the world of Chicago Med after the Season 10 finale, Hannah had just learned of her pregnancy but was uncertain about the identity of the father. The storyline left viewers in suspense, as there were no definitive clues pointing to either man. Regardless of who it turns out to be, the situation is bound to complicate further.

The show hinted at a potential romantic development between Ripley and Sadie (Holly Curran), the woman he heroically rescued from the well. Following a tumultuous relationship, Sadie might just be the fresh start that Ripley needs. When she unexpectedly appeared at his door, he was taken aback, and this surprise could lead to exciting developments as we dive into Season 11. MacDonald elaborated on their evolving relationship, stating:

“I think after their encounter in the well episode, Ripley and Sadie did a lot of soul-searching about the possibility of reaching out to one another. Ripley hesitated, realizing that a bond formed in a traumatic situation doesn’t necessarily translate into a successful relationship — just look at the 1994 classic film Speed for reference. Sadie had similar concerns but ultimately decided that her feelings were genuine and couldn’t be ignored. Thus, she made the bold move to show up at Ripley’s door, and I believe that as we head into Season 11, Ripley is genuinely pleased that she did.”

The Impact of Asher’s Pregnancy on the ‘Chicago Med’ Storyline in Season 11

None of the potential fathers are ideal choices for Asher. Ripley has his own complexities, and Archer, even if he lacks romantic feelings for Asher, presents his own set of challenges. “When the truth about Hannah’s baby is finally revealed, those two will need to seriously confront how they plan to move forward,” MacDonald stated after the conclusion of Season 10. Moreover, Asher is faced with the emotional toll of not being able to assist her sister as a surrogate. Balancing her personal life with the demands of her medical career adds significant stress to Asher’s already full plate, especially as she navigates the complexities of life and death in a hospital setting.

Be sure to catch Chicago Med on NBC this fall, with the highly anticipated return kicking off on October 1. Keep your eyes on Collider for the latest updates regarding this intricate situation and everything related to Chicago Med.