Ep 2. Episode 2

Sister Julienne is the main focal point of Call the Midwife season 8 episode 2. The episode begins with a dilemma – a pious Catholic girl, Mary, has become pregnant and requires the nuns' assistance to deliver her baby. However, she is fiercely protective of her baby's father and won't divulge his identity.

While her fellow midwives prepare for an annual church bazaar fundraiser, Sister Julienne takes on Mary's case, but soon realizes that the young woman is facing an even bigger problem. Mary is one of several pregnant girls who've been sent to a Mother and Baby Home, known for cruel and abusive treatment of unwed mothers and their children.

In the midst of caring for Mary, Sister Julienne receives a request from an old acquaintance who is a well-known philanthropist. The philanthropist, Violet, is seeking the nuns' help with a new pilot program. The program will allow pregnant women to deliver their babies at home instead of in the hospital, with the midwives providing the care and assistance.

Sister Julienne is skeptical of the program but decides to visit the hospital and see for herself the equipment they use during childbirth. There she meets Dr. Patrick Turner, who tries to convince her that the hospital and midwives can work together to provide the necessary care for expectant mothers.

Despite her initial skepticism, Sister Julienne is intrigued by the idea of the pilot program and decides to move forward with Violet's proposition. She becomes fiercely determined to ensure that the new program is successful and that it could change the course of obstetrics care.

Meanwhile, the other midwives, including Trixie and Lucille, prepare for the church bazaar fundraiser, but trouble arises when the loudspeaker fails to work. With Trixie's musical abilities, the midwives manage to rally together and perform a lively song and dance routine that leaves the crowd cheering.

In the end, Call the Midwife season 8 episode 2 is a testament to the dedication and devotion of the midwives, who always put the welfare of mothers and their babies first. The episode highlights the importance of providing quality healthcare for every woman, regardless of social standing or circumstance. Additionally, it underscores the crucial role that midwives play in facilitating this care and how they support each other as they navigate the challenges of this crucial profession.