Zoe is a successful single woman who has grown tired of waiting for the perfect romantic relationship to appear before she starts a family.
Determined not to postpone motherhood any longer, she decides to pursue artificial insemination and begins planning for a future as a single parent. On the same day that she takes a significant step towards her dream, she unexpectedly meets Stan, a charming man who seems to offer the possibility of a genuine romantic connection. Their attraction develops quickly, and Zoe begins to imagine a future in which love and motherhood might coexist.
However, the timing creates an unusual complication when she discovers that she is pregnant shortly after the relationship begins. Suddenly, Zoe and Stan must navigate the early stages of romance while preparing for the physical, emotional and practical demands of pregnancy. Their relationship is challenged by misunderstandings, insecurities and the difficulty of establishing trust when their lives are changing so rapidly.
Zoe worries about whether Stan will remain committed once the reality of impending parenthood becomes clear, while Stan must determine whether he is ready to enter a relationship that already includes major responsibilities. The situation also forces Zoe to reconsider her expectations of independence and partnership. As they encounter the unpredictable experiences of pregnancy, the couple discover that love requires flexibility, honesty and a willingness to face uncertainty together.
The Back-up Plan combines romantic comedy with the realities of modern family planning, exploring the possibility that the best relationships do not always follow the carefully organised plans people create for themselves.
