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As spring arrives, Nonnatus House welcomes two new nuns, the experienced Sister Hilda and newly qualified Sister Frances, who must acclimatise to the changing East End. A complicated multiple birth tests the skills of some of the midwives to the limit, but Trixie has to face her fears and Valerie deals with a shocking case that arrives unexpectedly.
 
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Call the Midwife / S08E01 :
Season 8, Episode 1 | Aired on January 13, 2019 | TV-PG | 59 min. | BBC One
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Call the Midwife season 8 episode 1 Recap and FAQ

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Episode Summary

Mrs. Mohammed, a mother from East Pakistan, struggles with health issues in Poplar. Nurse Crane discovers her living in poor conditions, leading to a diagnosis of a fistula from a difficult childbirth. Meanwhile, the community rallies to raise funds for a maternity home incubator through a fashion show. The event showcases creativity and community spirit, successfully raising the necessary funds. Personal struggles intertwine with community efforts, emphasizing resilience and the power of renewal.

Full Episode S08E01 Recap

### Introduction to Poplar in May - The episode opens with a portrayal of May in Poplar, contrasting the urban setting with typical spring countryside. Sun rays illuminate the city, highlighting nature thriving in unlikely places. ### School Scene: Rahul and Jalal - **At a local school:** - A discussion about sunflowers is interrupted by a visit from Nurse Franklin, checking vaccination records. - She learns about new students, Rahul and Jalal, brothers from East Pakistan (now Bangladesh). Their English skills, taught by their mother, impress her. ### Nonnatus House: Planning for Incubator Fund - **At Nonnatus House:** - Discussions about the stagnation of the incubator fund lead to ideas for community involvement. - The need for modern equipment at the maternity home is emphasized. ### Concerns for Rahul and Jalal - **Back at the school:** - Concerns arise about the boys' living conditions and the absence of their mother. - It's revealed that the father initially brought the boys to school but hasn't been seen since. ### Cyril's Celebration and Hospital Challenges - **Poplar streets and hospital:** - Cyril plans a celebration for his civil engineering exams. - Nurse Franklin is delayed by a patient with infected stitches, highlighting issues with early hospital discharges. ### Organizing the Fashion Show - **Community involvement:** - A fashion show is proposed to raise funds for the incubator. - The community begins to gather and repurpose old clothes for the event. ### Mrs. Mohammed's Struggle - **At Mrs. Mohammed's home:** - Nurse Crane discovers Mrs. Mohammed, the mother of Rahul and Jalal, living in poor conditions and suffering from health issues. - Mrs. Mohammed's situation is complicated by her husband living separately and her own reluctance to seek medical help. ### Hospital Tensions and the Fashion Show - **Back at the hospital and Nonnatus House:** - Tensions rise at the hospital over patient care and rules. - Preparations for the fashion show continue with enthusiasm from the community. ### Discovering Mrs. Mohammed's Condition - **Mrs. Mohammed's condition:** - Dr. Turner and Nurse Crane work to diagnose Mrs. Mohammed, eventually discovering she has a fistula from a difficult childbirth. - They encourage her to get surgery, offering support and understanding. ### The Fashion Show Success - **Fashion show:** - The fashion show is a hit, showcasing creativity and community spirit. - Funds are successfully raised for the incubator. ### Resolution - The episode concludes with reflections on resilience, repair, and renewal, both in personal struggles and community efforts.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who are Rahul and Jalal?

Rahul and Jalal are brothers from East Pakistan who recently joined a school in Poplar.

Why is Nurse Franklin visiting the school?

Nurse Franklin is checking the children's vaccination records.

What language skills do Rahul and Jalal have?

Their English is notably good, having been taught by

 
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