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Sister Julienne decides it is time to take matters in hand when a letter arrives from the council saying that it will cut funding to Nonnatus House and no longer pay for the accommodation, and goes to see Violet at one of her open sessions as a local councillor. At clinic, Nurse Crane meets and cares for heavily pregnant Bonnie, who is not married but committed to the baby's father Eddie, while Kevin's dependency on pain relief is discovered by the team and Dr Turner and Miss Higgins must find a way to help him.
 
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Call the Midwife / S09E08 :
Season 9, Episode 8 | Aired on February 23, 2020 | TV-PG | 59 min. | BBC One
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Call the Midwife season 9 episode 8 Recap and FAQ

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Episode Summary

In a poignant episode, Mature Jennifer muses about the changing seasons, symbolizing life's transitions. Nonnatus House faces a severe budget cut, threatening its future. Valerie struggles with her grandmother's illness, feeling guilty about her past actions. Eddie grapples with the complexities of his relationships with both Bonnie and Petra, who are pregnant. In a powerful moment, Nurse Franklin defends Nonnatus House's importance at a Board of Health meeting, securing a temporary reprieve. The episode closes with a reflection on enduring love, friendship, and resilience in the face of life's challenges.

Full Episode S09E08 Recap

### Scene 1: Autumn Reflections and Daily Life at Nonnatus House - **MATURE JENNIFER** reflects on the transition from autumn to winter, posing philosophical questions about how people should approach the changing seasons. - **JENNIFER** invites everyone for tea, but most are busy with their own plans. - **KEVIN** looks forward to watching sports, revealing Nurse Crane's secret interest in wrestling. - **MRS. BEVAN** and **PETRA** discuss wedding plans, with tensions over dress details. - **VALERIE DYER** visits her grandmother, **ELSPETH MARY DYER**, in the hospital wing, discussing her health and mental state. - **NURSE CRANE** watches wrestling, commenting on the absurdity of grown men fighting in minimal clothing. ### Scene 2: Elspeth's Health and Nonnatus House's Financial Troubles - **KEVIN** visits **ELSIE DYER**, noticing her deteriorated condition. - **SISTER JULIENNE** learns about a 50% budget cut for Nonnatus House, putting its future in jeopardy. - **VALERIE** and **NURSE CRANE** discuss personal matters and work, while planning to assist Dr. McNulty. - **DR. KNIGHTLY-GRIMES** explains to Sister Julienne that the budget cut is due to the expansion of St Cuthbert's maternity wards and a potential demolition threat to Nonnatus House. ### Scene 3: Personal Struggles and the Fate of Nonnatus House - **VALERIE** and **PRECIOUS** talk about their personal lives and challenges in finding housing. - **BERNICE MEDLAR**, now preferring the name **BONNIE**, attends the clinic, discussing her pregnancy and preferences. - **VALERIE** learns of her grandmother's dire health condition and reflects on her role in her imprisonment. - **DR. MCNULTY** and **NURSE CRANE** discuss the drug cupboard discrepancies, hinting at potential misuse. - **SISTER JULIENNE** and **NURSE FRANKLIN** strategize on how to address the budget cuts and defend Nonnatus House's importance. ### Scene 4: Family Dynamics and the Struggle for Nonnatus House's Survival - **VALERIE** struggles with her grandmother's illness and refusal to take pain medication, reflecting on their complex relationship. - **NURSE CRANE**, **SISTER JULIENNE**, and others mobilize to gather petition signatures to save Nonnatus House. - **EDDIE**, involved with both **BONNIE** and **PETRA**, faces the consequences of his actions as both women confront their pregnancies. - **NURSE FRANKLIN** passionately defends Nonnatus House at the Board of Health meeting, emphasizing its vital role in the community. - **VALERIE** cares for her dying grandmother, seeking comfort in her memories and the presence of Nonnatus House members. ### Scene 5: Resolutions and Reflections - **ELSIE DYER** faces her final moments, expressing her last wishes and seeking spiritual comfort from **CYRIL** and **NURSE ANDERSON**. - **DR. TURNER** confronts **DR. MCNULTY** about the drug discrepancies, leading to a revelation of McNulty's struggles. - Nonnatus House celebrates a temporary victory with the budget restoration but faces ongoing challenges. - **MATURE JENNIFER** concludes with reflections on enduring love, friendship, and the beauty of life's challenges, symbolized by the changing seasons and the comfort of community.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who reflects on the transition from autumn to winter at the beginning of the scene?

Mature Jennifer.

What does Kevin plan to do with his afternoon?

He plans to watch sports, particularly wrestling with Nurse Crane.

What financial issue is Nonnatus House facing?

Nonnatus House is facing a 50% budget cut.

Who visits Elspeth Mary Dyer in the hospital wing?

Valerie Dyer.

What is Dr. Knightly-Grimes' explanation for the budget cut to Nonnatus House?

The expansion of St Cuthbert's maternity wards and potential demolition of Nonnatus House.

Who is struggling to find housing and discusses it with Valerie?

Precious.

What is Bernice Medlar's preferred name?

Bonnie.

What is Valerie's emotional state regarding her grandmother's health condition?

She is distressed and feels partly responsible for her grandmother's condition.

What issue does Dr. McNulty and Nurse Crane discuss?

Discrepancies in the drug cupboard.

How does Valerie's grandmother, Elsie Dyer, want to handle her pain?

She refuses to take pain medication.

Who passionately defends Nonnatus House at the Board of Health meeting?

Nurse Franklin.

What relationship does Eddie have with Bonnie and Petra?

He is romantically involved with both, causing a complicated situation due to their pregnancies.

What is the outcome of the Board of Health meeting for Nonnatus House?

The rent is reduced and the budget is restored for 12 months.

Who provides spiritual comfort to Elsie Dyer in her final moments?

Cyril and Nurse Anderson.

What personal struggle does Dr. McNulty face?

He is dealing with drug dependency issues.

 
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