Carrying the Lessons Learned from Call the Midwife

by Andrea Altomaro | May 18, 2017

Andrea Altomaro explains how midwives sometimes must grieve with patients and their families, and sometimes in the same day, have to celebrate with others.

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Racism and Unexpected Consequences

by Deborah McBain | May 15, 2017

Deborah McBain writes about the daughter of parents who could not write the rules of life but taught that daughter optimism, courage and resilience to deal with the challenges of a racist society.

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Call the Midwife Season 6, Episode 7 GIF Recap

by Emma Goddard | May 15, 2017

Catch up on Episode 7 of Call the Midwife. Warning: Spoilers ahead.

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The Impact of Support Through Stressful Times

by Andrea Altomaro | May 15, 2017

Andrea Altomaro says the strength we can get from a support group, from our friends, family, and community, can make such a difference in our coping abilities.

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Finding the Right Support Group

by Katie Moriarty | May 15, 2017

Modern Day Midwife Katie Moriarty recounts the many types of support groups mothers can reach out to optimize your mind, body and/or spirit.

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Call the Midwife Season 6, Episode 6 GIF Recap

by Emma Goddard | May 08, 2017

Catch up on Episode 6 of Call the Midwife. Warning: Spoilers ahead.

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Cultural Competence and Compassionate Care

by Andrea Altomaro | May 08, 2017

Modern Midwife Andrea Altomaro says it's important to be sensitive of the fact that Nadifa has grown up her entire life believing that what was done to her was normal and necessary.

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When Traditions Perpetuate Tragedy

by Deborah McBain | May 08, 2017

Deborah McBain discusses how cultural standards are powerful regulators of what is considered acceptable in health care.

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The Realities of Female Genital Mutilation

by Katie Moriarty | May 07, 2017

Modern Day Midwife Katie Moriarty recounts how she, like so many other health care professionals, was ill prepared for her first encounter with FGM.

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