ONE Born Every Minute is back, and bigger than ever.

Following last series’ successful move to Leeds (the first two runs were based in Southampton), this time cameras are following life in two busy maternity wards in the West Yorkshire city.

Among those featured in this opening episode is Stacey, who is expecting her second child. However, every time she thinks she is in labour, it turns out to be a false alarm, and the staff have no choice but to send her home.

Meanwhile, mother-to-be Ramona has had an emergency caesarean section in the past, but this time around she hopes to give birth naturally with her husband, Marvin, by her side.

And trainee yoga instructor Sara is excited by a new initiative in the hospital, promoting the concept of “active birth”.