In this fanfiction, it might also be about Rachel's insecurities as a new mother. She may worry about not being a good enough mom while also trying to uphold her star - like status in Glee. The baby could have some special talent or connection to music that ties into the Glee story. For example, the baby could be a natural at humming Glee - like melodies, which makes Rachel even more determined to give the baby a musical upbringing.
Finn could be the father. Given their relationship in the show, it would be a likely scenario. Their story of young love could continue with the addition of a baby, bringing new challenges and joys to their relationship.
One plot idea could be that Quinn and Rachel become unexpected friends during their pregnancy journey. They support each other through the various challenges like morning sickness, choosing baby names, and preparing the nursery. Maybe they both fall in love with the idea of their babies growing up together and start planning playdates even before the babies are born.
One possible plot is that the baby's father is someone unexpected. And Rachel has to deal with the reactions of her friends and family. She might also face challenges in her career because of having a baby at a certain point in her life. For example, some directors might be hesitant to cast a new mother. But Rachel, being the determined person she is, tries to prove that she can handle both motherhood and her acting career.
One possible plot could be that Rachel gives birth during a big performance. Maybe she has been hiding her pregnancy from most of the glee club members, and right in the middle of a huge show, her water breaks. This leads to a chaotic but heartwarming situation where her friends rally around her, turning the backstage area into an impromptu delivery room while still trying to keep the show going in some way outside.
The plot might involve a twist where Rachel discovers she's pregnant, but she's not sure if Mike is the father. This creates a lot of internal conflict for her. She doesn't want to tell Mike right away until she's certain. Meanwhile, Mike starts noticing that Rachel is acting strange and becomes worried. As the story unfolds, they have to face the truth together and decide what to do about the pregnancy, whether they stay together or not depending on the paternity results.
It could be that she's punished for breaking a rule in the glee club. Let's say there's a rule about respecting everyone's song choices, and she dismisses someone else's choice in a mean way. So, the punishment could be that she has to help that person with their performance instead of working on her own for a while. This would force her to be more collaborative and less self - centered.
One interesting 'glee baby rachel fanfiction' story could be about Rachel achieving her Broadway dreams while also raising a baby. Maybe she has to balance auditions and rehearsals with taking care of her little one, and she gets support from her friends in the Glee club. Another could be a story where the baby has some sort of special musical talent that Rachel discovers early on and nurtures. It could show how Rachel's own experiences in Glee influence her parenting style.
The other members of the glee club could also be the ones punishing her in a sense. For instance, if they all feel that Rachel has been hogging the spotlight too much, they could stage a sort of 'protest' within the club. They might refuse to work with her until she changes her ways. This would be a form of punishment as it would make her realize that she needs to be more inclusive and less self - focused.
One possible plot could be that Puck and Rachel initially struggle with the news of the baby. They might face opposition from their friends and family who don't think they are ready. But as time goes on, they start to bond over the impending arrival. Puck could become more responsible, getting a steady job to support the family. Rachel would be preparing for motherhood while still chasing her dreams in the performing arts world. They could have some sweet moments where Puck sings to Rachel's baby bump and they daydream about their future as a family.
It could be Finn. They had a strong relationship in the original story, so it's possible that they got back together and had a baby.