“Love Child” explores the experiences of the staff at the imaginary Kings Cross Hospital and the vibrant Darlinghurst streets during the 1960s. Joan Miller, an intelligent and refined midwife, comes back from London to work at Kings Cross Hospital. Dr. Patrick McNaughton, the charming leader of the obstetrics department, works there as well. Frances Bolton, the formidable matron, oversees both the hospital and Stanton House, a residence for young, unmarried pregnant women.