Rumors are swirling like leaves in a London autumn. Some say we’ll see the 1968 abortion law changes ripple through the community, while others predict a new love interest for a favorite nurse. The one thing we know for sure is that the music will be sublime—think more folk ballads and a little less “Swinging Sixties” pop.
Call The Midwife returns as series 12 and 13 commissioned by BBC
Expect heart-wrenching births (of course), a few laugh-out-loud moments with Sister Monica Joan, and a quiet reflection on how virtue changes with the times. It’s the show’s specialty: making the personal feel profound.
Practical Tips for the Big Return
When the premiere finally drops, set a “Midwife Night” ritual. Invite friends over for spiced tea and shortbread, dim the lights, and mute your phones. Resist the urge to scroll through social media mid-episode—the magic lies in the slow storytelling.
Also, prepare tissues. If you’ve watched this show, you know that every childbirth scene is a masterclass in raw emotion. And pro tip: watch the credits; the show often includes real-life photographs of the midwives who inspired the series.