Call the Midwife

Breathe, Baby, Breathe

by Deborah McBain | May 05, 2014

I really try to watch Call the Midwife as any other person and just let the drama unfold. But inevitably the midwife inside creeps out, and I find myself talking to the characters like an armchair ...

Celebrate!

by Deborah McBain | April 28, 2014

Two elements in Episode 5 had me nodding my head and chuckling in recognition. The first is how so darned stressful it is when someone needs to take time off. The work doesn’t stop, babies don’t st...

The Reluctant Midwife

by Deborah McBain | April 21, 2014

Although a relatively small part of this week’s episode, what spoke to me and my experience was Sister Winifred’s struggle with her role as midwife. Is there a midwife out there who hasn’t, at some...

Bread, Butter and Birthday Cakes

by Deborah McBain | April 16, 2014

One of the most satisfying aspects of being a midwife is being in the position to make a positive difference in someone’s life. Every midwife I know has a stack of thank you letters and baby photos...

Childbirth Without Fear ... and With Compassion

by Deborah McBain | April 07, 2014

I watched with interest and nostalgia as Cynthia lit up with enthusiasm when she discovered the concept and then power of “childbirth without fear.” I grinned in acknowledgment when the name Dr. Gr...

Midwifery Matters

by Deborah McBain | March 31, 2014

“Midwifery matters and caring for women matters,” says Chummy near the end of this first episode. There is good reason for her and all midwives I know to feel this way. We see it and feel it everyday.

Hi, I'm Debbie. I Am Your New Midwife.

by Deborah McBain | March 29, 2014

There is just one day before the new season of Call the Midwife begins. Like visiting old friends, it will be good to catch up with the women of Nonnatus house. After the program, I hope you will c...

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