Call the Midwife

Seeing Stars

by Deborah McBain | April 27, 2020

When a blow is suffered, do you see pain or brightness in the stars in your head? I choose to shape a hopeful brightness. The pause becomes a push to be better.

Midwifing the Soul’s Transitions

by Andrea Altomaro | April 27, 2020

Birth and death, the great transitions in life, hold such significance in the lives of the bystanders.

Life Can Change in One Breath

by Katie Moriarty | April 27, 2020

I have often been struck by how similar both birth and death can be. In an instant everything changes …. for an instant, the world holds its breath.

'Superwoman' Syndrome

by Michelle Collins | April 27, 2020

The “superwoman” phenomenon can have very real, very negative health consequences.

Call the Midwife Season 9, Episode 5 GIF Recap

by Emma Goddard | April 27, 2020

Last night, we were gifted with a few of our favorite things when “Call the Midwife” returned for Episode 5.

The Midwife’s Role as Educator

by Andrea Altomaro | April 20, 2020

I feel a sense of satisfaction each week after taking in a new episode of Call the Midwife when I can relate to the experiences of the midwives of Nonnatus House, and this week was no exception.

Revealing the Faults in Our Care

by Katie Moriarty | April 20, 2020

This is an unprecedented time but I have been impressed with how quickly some have pulled together to face this crisis. I have faith, belief, and hope that we will face the challenges ahead of us.

The Challenge of Change

by Deborah McBain | April 20, 2020

Human interaction is complicated. Change is challenging. Be ready for missteps, misunderstandings and misbehaviors.

Lessons in Care for New Doctors

by Michelle Collins | April 20, 2020

Using her keen knowledge of emergency management, Nurse Dyer was able to resolve a situation without doing unnecessary harm – and taught a young doctor a very valuable lesson to boot.

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