Learn What It Takes to Be a Midwife Today

Experienced midwives discuss how the plotlines and drama of Call the Midwife intersect with modern day Midwifery.
'Being Put on Trial for Daring to Keep Working'
'Being Put on Trial for Daring to Keep Working'
by Katie Moriarty | April 11, 2023
The scene with Phyllis and the doctor that was leading the vacuum assisted birth demonstration/ in-service really struck a chord with me.
Rising to the Occasion in Lockdown
Rising to the Occasion in Lockdown
by Andrea Altomaro | April 10, 2023
Most adults can recover easily from gastroenteritis, however when a newborn gets sick, it can be life or death.
Ancient and Wise
Ancient and Wise
by Deborah McBain | April 09, 2023
Legacy is not just what we do but what we inspire others to do.
Temperance Against the 'Cutting Edge'
Temperance Against the 'Cutting Edge'
by Michelle Collins | April 09, 2023
Even though this episode begins with the start of summer holiday, there is no “rest” from the drama in this episode!
Call the Midwife Season 12, Episode 4 GIF Recap Episode Recap
Call the Midwife Season 12, Episode 4 GIF Recap
by Emma Goddard | April 07, 2023
It’s summertime in Poplar, but there’s no rest for the midwives, beach days, or sunny trips to Portofino as the warm weather sets in.
The Midwife: An Advocate for all Patients
The Midwife: An Advocate for all Patients
by Andrea Altomaro | April 03, 2023
Like Sister Veronica, we can show our patients that we are always in their corner.
Highlighting a History of Wrongs on Marital Rape
Highlighting a History of Wrongs on Marital Rape
by Katie Moriarty | April 03, 2023
As a Modern Day Midwife I was quite taken back by how slow the courts and legal system acknowledged marital rape.
Speak Up
Speak Up
by Deborah McBain | April 02, 2023
Sandy Talbot says to Sister Veronica,” When I saw you shouting, I knew I could shout too.” It reminds us of the power of speaking up. Together we can be heard.
Episode 3 Showcases Disastrous Effects of Not Recognizing Spousal Rape
Episode 3 Showcases Disastrous Effects of Not Recognizing Spousal Rape
by Michelle Collins | April 02, 2023
One point always clear to me from these episodes is how far we have come, and yet, how very far we still must go.