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The Young Midwives of Essex

1 Series ∙ 8 Episodes ∙ Real Stories

Combined documentary and reality series following the lives of young midwives at the busy maternity ward of Basildon University Hospital in Essex as they navigate life on and off the ward.

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All episodes for series 1 of The Young Midwives of Essex

S1 E1 · Literal Babies Delivering Babies

Mollie makes being a midwife look easy as she helps a woman give birth.

S1 E2 · You Don't Do This Job for the Money

Newly-qualified Tacha is still getting to grips with the pace of a busy ward.

S1 E3 · Every Student Counts

Student midwives Ruby and Grace are in the second year of their studies and are now learning on the job

S1 E4 · Not Everything Is Butterflies and Rainbows

The preceptorship midwives undergo bereavement training.

S1 E5 · Existential Crisis Incoming

As Summah and Lilli head to Tenerife for a well-earned break, male midwife Howie helps Natasha give birth.

S1 E6 · Think About the Future

The young midwives enjoy a night out together.

S1 E7 · Make or Break

It's make or break for student midwives Ruby and Grace as they prepare for crucial exams.

S1 E8 · With Great Power Comes Great Responsibility

In the final episode of the series, Tacha and Lilli must make decisions about their futures.

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