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They don’t tell her what’s happening, but she figures it out. The only way to get back to the present, is to go back to the past.
So, she doesn't let Karen leave.
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Sheila gets arrested at home.
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Sheila doesn't make it out of the hospital with the baby. She’s arrested for attempted abduction.
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Sheila sleeps in the hospital with her daughter; she doesn't kidnap the baby.
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When the nurse announces more “More visitors!” Sheila turns them away. When the Gallaghers get to the lounge, Jodie is already there.
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Karen doesn't get married.
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Karen doesn't date Jodie.
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Karen doesn't leave.