Call the Midwife

A Midwife’s Skill

by Andrea Altomaro | May 09, 2016

Andrea Altomaro discusses delivery complications that can occur without a midwife present as a young woman attempts to conceal her pregnancy in Episode 6.

The World Intrudes on Birth

by Deborah McBain | May 09, 2016

As an important chapter of her life soon comes to a close, Deborah McBain reflects on her time as a midwife and nurse.

Finding Strength During Dark Times

by Katie Moriarty | May 09, 2016

Katie Moriarty discusses a broken system and the need for us to do better by victims of crime.

Going the Distance

by Katie Moriarty | May 02, 2016

Katie Moriarty discusses the change in midwife transportation over the years and how it impacted midwifery in some of the most remote locations in the U.S.

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.

Welcoming Babies and Building Up Mothers

by Andrea Altomaro | May 02, 2016

Motherhood doesn't come easy to everyone, and for some it can bring about extreme anxiety. Andrea Altomaro tackles postpartum depression and depression during pregnancy in this week's post.

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.

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