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2021 Holiday Special

Premiere date: December 25, 2021
Christmas 1966 promises to be memorable one. The Nonnatus House team are faced with their busiest Christmas Day ever as the Maternity Home is filled with expectant moms and challenging cases. Luckily Mother Mildred is on hand to support the team.
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Nurse Anderson Prepares for a Holiday Wedding
Lucille and Phyllis share a tender moment during preparations for the big day.
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