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Episode 7

Episode 7 of 8

Dr Turner prepares for the introduction of the contraceptive pill, while Patsy struggles to help a Bargee woman who is determined to give birth among her own community.

With autumn on its way, the appetite for change is rife across Poplar. As Dr Turner shares his excitement about the impending release of the contraceptive pill, not all of his counterparts at Nonnatus House are as keen for the social change it may bring. Meanwhile, Patsy realises that change isn't always for the best as she struggles to help a transient Bargee woman, who is determined to give birth among her own community, rather than the modern comforts of the maternity home.

As a huge storm threatens Poplar, Nurse Crane is called upon to assist a new mother in a post-natal emergency, the danger bringing a once-distant young couple closer as a result. As the storm subsides, it brings with it the welcome return of Sister Evangelina, herself changed by the time she has spent away from Nonnatus House.

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Role Contributor
Sister Julienne Jenny Agutter
Nurse Phyllis Crane Linda Bassett
Sister Evangelina Pam Ferris
Sister Monica Joan Judy Parfitt
Nurse Trixie Franklin Helen George
Sister Mary Cynthia Bryony Hannah
Shelagh Turner Laura Main
Nurse Patsy Mount Emerald Fennell
Nurse Barbara Gilbert Charlotte Ritchie
Sister Winifred Victoria Yeates
Tom Hereward Jack Ashton
Dr Patrick Turner Stephen McGann
Fred Buckle Cliff Parisi
Nurse Delia Busby Kate Lamb
Daisy Blacker Kathryn O'Reilly
Joe Blacker Alex McSweeney
Lou Blacker Maisie Hopkins
Timothy Turner Max Macmillan
Gina Matlin Grace Stone
Leslie Matlin Danny Walters
Della Wheatley Jessie Hills
Bessie Rosie Ede
Voice of Mature Jennifer Worth Vanessa Redgrave
Producer Ann Tricklebank
Director Darcia Martin
Writer Heidi Thomas

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