Sister Hilda Can’t Resist a Peep Toe
Sister Hilda and Sister Julienne help Sister Catherine pick out her outfit for her First Vows ceremony.
Telling Colette
Nancy and Roger decide to tell Colette that they’re expecting a baby soon. With Miss Higgins’ assistance, the three adults hatch a plan to break the news to Colette – but naturally, it runs into some hiccups.
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The challenges of midwifery hit close to home when a Mother and Baby Home is evacuated. Nancy’s wedding plans take a surprising turn, and Sister Catherine takes her First Vows.
Sister Catherine Misses Her Family
While Sister Catherine is happy to become a novice, she can’t help but think of her family. She tells Sister Monica Joan that, more than anything, she wants her family to give her their blessing.
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Joyce faces a disciplinary hearing over a recent complaint. Dr. Turner volunteers at a methadone clinic to treat heroin addiction. Meanwhile, the Turners get news of May's adoption hearing, and Sister Catherine is invited to take her first vows.
Reporting Live, From Poplar
A journalist reporting on the dustmen’s strike is intrigued with Sister Monica Joan’s perspective. She explains that the current garbage issue is “merely a transient inconvenience” that will inevitably pass.
Mrs. Midgely Arrives with a Bun in the Oven
Bakery owner Bernie Midgely arrives at the maternity ward with pastries, along with "a bun in the oven, just about done!"
Dustmen Strike? No Problem!
Sister Veronica and Sister Monica Joan listen to the radio program featuring Sister Monica Joan’s interview on the dustmen strike. Her colleague’s wise perspective sparks an idea for Sister Veronica.
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It's September 1970 and the local dustbin strike leads to a refuse site established outside Nonnatus House. With Rosalind unwell, Joyce takes over her rounds, including a visit to a rude patient who resents being examined by her.
Rosalind Admits She Has Feelings for Cyril
During Poplar's Commonwealth Games, Joyce and Rosalind prepare food at the refreshment stand. Joyce takes the opportunity to ask Rosalind if there is anything going on between her and Cyril.
Searching for Certainty
Sister Catherine reflects on the sacrifices she’s made to pursue a life devoted to her faith. Sister Julienne reminds her pupil that the pain and uncertainty she experiences are all a part of life’s plan.
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On her rounds, Sister Julienne visits a pregnant woman living in an abandoned warehouse with visible bruises who refuses an examination. Meanwhile, the Nonnatus team cares for a man confined to an iron lung after being paralyzed by polio.
Introducing... Sister Catherine!
Preparations are in order for the arrival of Sister Catherine, the newest pupil midwife to join the ranks of Nonnatus House.
Sister Monica Joan Shares Some Wisdom
Sister Monica Joan invites Sister Catherine to reflect on the religious path she’s chosen. But is the young Sister prepared for the journey she's embarked upon?
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New postulant Sister Catherine arrives at Nonnatus House. Disappointment strikes as responses for the measles vaccination clinic remain low. Dr. Turner suggests sterilization to a mother of seven if she no longer wants any more children.
Trixie Proves a Point
The day has arrived for Nonnatus House to answer to the Board of Health. Trixie, selected as the sole representative, presents their pragmatic case before the assembly.
Fred Celebrates Violet
After spending a day with Mr. Cottered, an old man suffering from loneliness, Fred reflects on just how lucky he is to have Violet in his life… even if she’s not a fan of his pet pigeon.
Miss Higgins vs. The Electric Coffee Percolator
Shelagh purchases an electric coffee percolator for the clinic, much to Miss Higgins' surprise -- and consternation.
Vending Machines?
Shelagh learns about a newfangled contraption — the vending machine. Imagine getting anything you want at the touch of a button! But would something like that catch on?
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Rosalind delivers a baby with a suspicious spinal lesion and Dr. Turner suspects spina bifida. Meanwhile, during her district rounds, Joyce is about to visit a difficult patient when a sudden gas explosion ensues chaos and leaves many injured.
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