Call the Midwife

A Born Before Arrival Story

by Deborah McBain | May 02, 2016

Deborah McBain reflects on Episode 5, recalling her own experience with a Born Before Arrival birth.

Facing the Winds of Change

by Katie Moriarty | April 25, 2016

Katie Moriarty explores the changes between the '60s and today, touching on unplanned pregnancy, child deformities and a shift from home births to hospitals.

When Doing Our Best Doesn’t Feel Like Enough

by Andrea Altomaro | April 25, 2016

Andrea Altomaro discusses acceptance when coping with stressful labors and births that go awry.

How Health Information and Stigma Has Changed in the Modern Era

by Katie Moriarty | April 18, 2016

Though much has changed since the 1960s, issues of widespread disease and women's health are ongoing conversations, even today. Katie Moriarty examines these topics as they arise in Episode 3.

Listen, Support & Leave Judgment at the Door

by Andrea Altomaro | April 18, 2016

With judgment playing a theme throughout Episode 3, Andrea Altomaro advises against turning on a patient even when your values don't align.

Taking a Walk in Someone Else's Shoes

by Deborah McBain | April 18, 2016

As a midwife, disagreeing with a patient's decisions is not unusual. Deborah McBain navigates this obstacle in Episode 3, noting that not everything is simply black and white.

Avoiding Unnecessary Medical Intervention During Labor

by Katie Moriarty | April 15, 2016

Though the physiologic process takes precedence over induced labor, the latter is sometimes considered when an expectant mother feels it's best. Katie Moriarty explains the significance of allowing...

Mother Knows Best

by Deborah McBain | April 13, 2016

Deborah McBain highlights the struggle between following common midwifery practice and listening to a mother's needs.

Putting Personal Bias Aside & Respecting a Mother's Choices

by Andrea Altomaro | April 11, 2016

Andrea Altomaro discusses the importance of lending an ear to a patient in times of emotional distress.

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