Emmerdale viewers have predicted what could happen to Reuben after the newborn ended up in intensive care.
The baby boy is currently battling bacterial meningitis with mum Chloe Harris terrified she could lose her son. Meanwhile, Reuben's dad Mackenzie Boyd is finding it harder and harder to hide his true feelings.
His wife Charity Dingle still has no idea that Mack and Chloe had an affair, which resulted in the birth of their son. It is expected the secret will not stay a secret for much longer and fans have already shared their theories on how the plotline could unfold further.