Call the Midwife

(upbeat music) Hi, I'm Katie Moriarty. I am Andrea Altomaro. Hi, I'm Deborah McBain. Hi I'm Michelle Collins. (upbeat music) When I first started watching it, like often I do, I started feeling emotional during the program, just because it's like visiting with old friends. It reminded me of going to like, a high school reunion. It was great to have that kind of retrospective where we got to see Jenny again and Chummy, (onlookers applaud) and I have to say one of my all time favorites, Sister Evangelina. I really enjoyed seeing how the actors had been sort of emotionally impacted by the storylines because I know how they impacted me as a practicing midwife. I think probably my favorite is when Trixie stands up in front of all these men and she talks about how the midwives are part of the community. Babies are not statistics at Nonnatus House. We are part of their world and they are part of ours. And that's so incredibly relevant right now. You know, there was a line from the episode that was really poignant. You mark my words, the joy of midwifery never dims. There's so much sorrow as well as joy. And as a midwife balancing that is sometimes a little challenging. (sincere music) I'd like to think that I would've been friends with all the girls. (Andrea laughs) You know, especially as somebody who has grown in my midwifery career during the time period that the show has been on. I was particularly impressed with Lucille Anderson. Her character comes from another country and to this country. I would say Phyllis Crane. And for the reason that she seems really tough on the outside, but she's like a marshmallow inside. And then I love sister Monica Joan, (Sister Monica yells) she's always been a favorite. I love Sister Julienne. I love her practical approach to things. And she's so sensitive and nonjudgmental. (new call members entering blips) Oh my goodness - Gosh. (women laughing) -

Deborah McBain

Oh my goodness. -

Katie Moriarty

Wow. I want to say it's great to see your faces. Thank you, thank you very much indeed. I suppose it would be interesting to know. Is there anything that we're missing as a show? You know, is there any element that hasn't yet been shown? I was going to say, as far as getting emotional during a birth, that I think most midwives are able to focus in on their patient and what's going on. I find that after the birth is when I get emotional. Yes. And you see that little one lying there. It's so much hope isn't it. There's so much. When they're there. Yeah. That life ahead. It's such an extraordinary thing. I mean sometimes for the sake of the drama, we always laugh about this. How obviously we're meant to remain professional and calm. And sometimes for the sake of the drama, we have to not do that. I think too, one thing that I've really appreciated with the show and your depictions is that yes, you're entertaining, but you're really informing. And that helped to educate. I have to say, that I think one of the things one's really proud to be a part of is to be a part of really a celebration of what you all do. Jenny, you, your portrayal of Sister Julienne. One of my favorite characters, because she's just so universally accepting. She just, she gets on with it. There's a job to do. And there are people to look after. And that's the most important. And just take care of it and take care of the women. Take care of what's happening. The professionalism in such an emotional context is what's particularly extraordinary about you guys really. But rest assured, you are treasured and remembered for what you do. So thank you so very much. I'm going to have to go, but it's been a, it's been a complete pleasure and such an honor to meet you all. Goodbye and thank you. And thank you for your interest. As I say, I just hope that we're serving you well, because you do the most wonderful job. It's brilliant. (All four thanking Jenny and Fenella) It's been an honor to meet you. Okay, bye. (leaving the the call notification blips) (sincere music) I think Call the Midwife really celebrates the work of midwifery through really showing the full scope of practice of what Nurse Midwives do. It's not just pregnancy, labor, and birth and postpartum. It's really that full lifespan. Care, primary care, preventative care, reproductive health care. To be able to bring up the difficult subjects in such loving, accepting ways. I'm hoping that people can open up their minds a little bit to different ideas. Just like looking back at the shows was interesting perspective. It makes us think back on our careers. And think about those patients who stand out to us for one reason or another. And that was really sweet for me. And I give kudos to the BBC and PBS, for kind of the risk-taking that you have done with this show, because it is right out there to see. And for some people that can be a bit overwhelming, but it's amazing how the entire family can watch it. -

Trixie

Your unbelievably brave. And I wish we all had your courage. (sincere music) (arpeggiate tonal sequence)