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.
Legacy of Midwifery, Part 2
Legacy of Midwifery, Part 2
by Deborah McBain | March 26, 2023
As I explore the history of American nurse-midwifery, I can’t ignore the racism instilled in the profession which made Black midwives feel unwelcome.
Call the Midwife Season 12, Episode 2 GIF Recap Episode Recap
Call the Midwife Season 12, Episode 2 GIF Recap
by Emma Goddard | March 24, 2023
It’s a new week in Poplar, and everyone is slowly adjusting to a new season of life at Nonnatus House.
'Rivers of Blood' Speech Reflected Racism that Echoes Today
'Rivers of Blood' Speech Reflected Racism that Echoes Today
by Katie Moriarty | March 23, 2023
It can feel overwhelming when we think of our progress, or lack of progress, from the late 1960s.
Parallels from the Past to the Present
Parallels from the Past to the Present
by Michelle Collins | March 19, 2023
Diving into this first episode of the season, as is customary for the show, the writers don’t shy away from difficult topics.
Legacy of Midwifery, Part 1
Legacy of Midwifery, Part 1
by Deborah McBain | March 19, 2023
The current issues in American midwifery are deeply enmeshed in the history of its origins.
The Politicization of Hate
The Politicization of Hate
by Andrea Altomaro | March 19, 2023
Yet again, we see that the culture in Poplar in 1968 can share striking similarities with our current political climate.
Call the Midwife Season 12, Episode 1 GIF Recap Episode Recap
Call the Midwife Season 12, Episode 1 GIF Recap
by Emma Goddard | March 15, 2023
Happy spring! The sun is shining bright, the flowers are blooming, and we are back with an all-new season of “Call the Midwife.” A LOT has changed in the new year.
Call the Midwife 2022 Holiday Special GIF Recap Episode Recap
Call the Midwife 2022 Holiday Special GIF Recap
by Emma Goddard | January 04, 2023
We’ve had our figgy pudding, listened to Mariah Carey on repeat, and unwrapped all our presents. Christmas might be over, but we’re still in the holiday spirit.
Call the Midwife Season 11, Episode 8 GIF Recap Episode Recap
Call the Midwife Season 11, Episode 8 GIF Recap
by Emma Goddard | May 13, 2022
First: Are all of you ok out there? If your answer is no, we don’t blame you, and if you’re weeping within the first five minutes of this episode we’re right there with you.