Documentaries about birth and babies
Documentaries about birth and babies
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- DirectorJonathan GrupperStarsJude CorbettThis program follows the pregnancies of several woman and the development of their unborn babies in state of the art detail using new imaging technology.
- DirectorJames McKinlayStarsJohn TysonThis two-part DVD, hosted by Dr. John Tyson, presents comprehensive, medically sound information that deals simply and honestly with the many aspects of childbirth. It answers many of the sensitive questions of parents-to-be, enables them to formulate a list of concerns to discuss with their physician, and promotes a healthier, safer pregnancy. Part 1 of this six-phase program takes us from the pregnancy and planning stages to the actual delivery. Areas covered include Amniocentesis and Ultrasound, morning sickness and a review of drugs. Group discussions, two exercise segments and several actual births make this the most comprehensive program of its kind. This extensive, enhanced DVD production includes an Interactive Pregnancy Risk Test, a Pregnancy Checklist, phase-by-phase reviews, as well as other Bonus Featured.
- DirectorJohn Philip DaytonStarsAna AliciaMelissa Sue AndersonMarianne GordonSome of Hollywood's most famous couples share their feelings about childbirth with an emphasis on the popular Lamaze method of delivery.
- DirectorDebra Pascali-BonaroStarsMary JacksonEnter the world of undisturbed birth as 11 couples share their intimate personal journeys, facing their fears and moving through pain into the ecstasy of birth. Orgasmic Birth poses the ultimate challenge to our cultural myths.
- DirectorGilles de MaistreStarsIsabella FerrariDocumentary about births around the different cultures and regions of the world.
- DirectorSara LammMary WigmoreStarsIna May GaskinRebecca BrownHeather ChanBirth Story: Ina May Gaskin and The Farm Midwives captures a spirited group of women who taught themselves how to deliver babies on a 1970s hippie commune. Today as nearly one third of all US babies are born via C-section, they fight to protect their knowledge and to promote respectful, safe maternity practices all over the globe. From the backs of their technicolor school buses, these pioneers rescued American midwifery from extinction, changed the way a generation approached pregnancy, and filmed nearly everything they did. With unprecedented access to the midwives' archival video collection, as well as modern day footage of life at the alternative intentional community where they live, this documentary shows childbirth the way most people have never seen it--unadorned, unabashed, and awe-inspiring.
- DirectorAbby EpsteinStarsMary Helen AyresJulia BarnettSylvie BlausteinBirth: it's a miracle. A rite of passage. A natural part of life. But more than anything, birth is a business. Compelled to find answers after a disappointing birth experience with her first child, actress Ricki Lake recruits filmmaker Abby Epstein to explore the maternity care system in America.
- DirectorVicki Elson100 video clips contrast real and fictional birth scenes, from the silly to the sublime. Anthropologist Vicki Elson shares highlights from her collection of TV and movie birth scenes -- in hospitals, bathtubs, cars, spaceships, and trees -- side by side with ample footage of actual birth. The contrast is hilarious, engaging, and enlightening. 'Unique, hip, and lovable!' Diana Paul, MotherBaby International Film Festival 'The only childbirth video that makes people laugh -- a lot!' Debby Takikawa, BABY! International Film Festival 'An intelligent and well-executed film. Useful and accessible.' Jane Pincus, founder, Our Bodies, Ourselves 'Equally fitting for the art house, the seventh grade health education class, or the graduate lecture series.' Liz O'Dair, MD 'Amazing!' Jan Tritten, founder, Midwifery Today
- DirectorGavin BanksKate GormanStarsAndrew BisitsJustine CainesVicki CarThe Face of Birth - a film about pregnancy, childbirth, and the power of choice. This documentary follows the diverse, heart-warming, and sometimes heart wrenching stories of a handful of mothers as they guide us through the plethora of information and opinions facing mothers-to-be when deciding how, where, and with whom to give birth to their babies.
- DirectorToni HarmanAlex WakefordStarsAleeca BellMartin BlaserSue CarterWinner of Grand Prix Award at 2014 Life Sciences Film Festival. A documentary on the latest research on the origins of the microbiome; how microscopic events during childbirth have lifelong consequences for the health of our children.
- DirectorEduardo ChauvetStarsMelania AmorimRicardo ChavesRobbie Davis-FloydThe feature film ' The Birth Reborn' portrays the serious obstetric reality in the world, which is characterized by an alarming number of cesarean or deliveries with traumatic and unnecessary interventions, as opposed to what is known and recommended by science today. This situation has serious perinatal, psychological, social, anthropological and financial consequences. Through the reports of some of the leading experts in the area and the latest scientific discoveries, the film questions the current obstetric model, leads to a reflection on the new paradigm of the twenty-first century and the future of a civilization born without the so-called 'love hormones', released only under specific conditions of labor.
- DirectorAllison KuzniaStarsSarah BiermeierMelanie MooreKerry DixonMIDWIFE follows Minnesota home birth midwife, Sarah Biermeier (of Geneabirth), during her first year as a Certified Professional Midwife (CPM). The documentary quietly shows the life of a home birth midwife, from prenatals, to births, to postpartums, while also examining what the birth environment looks like in states where home birth midwifery is not legal, and families are faced with fewer birth options.
- DirectorManish PatelStarsFaye MacrorySimone McIntyreRebecca OsamServices for substance dependent women in Manchester have been transformed thanks to the efforts of consultant midwife Faye Macrory MBE. Faye has been prepared to challenge and change attitudes to ensure a better deal for women with substance misuse problems. Her work has helped turn around the way the women are treated across three maternity hospitals in the city. Babies of substance dependent mothers are no longer automatically transferred to a special care baby unit but looked after by their mothers on the ward. Social services referral is no longer automatic but based on individual assessment. Fayes desire to improve the service was triggered in 1994 when she carried out an audit and concluded that maternity services were failing these vulnerable women. She became a substance misuse liaison midwife in 1995. She is responsible for managing and strategically developing the service a model of care that is now standard practice in many maternity services nationwide. Presented by Rebecca Osam.
- DirectorEvaldo MocarzelStarsPaulo Jacinto dos ReisEvaldo Mocarzel
- DirectorRichard P. RogersStarsRon ToughRuth AndersonJim BeldingA docudrama adaptation of Ulrich's Pulitzer-winning book, which was based on thousands of entries in the journal of Martha Ballard, a Maine midwife, in the late 1700's and early 1800's. The movie intercuts between reenactments of Ballard doing her Maine midwifery and related tasks, and Ulrich in her eight years of research on her book; in the end, clear comparisons are made between the work of the two women.
- DirectorGeorge C. StoneyStarsMary ColeyConceived as an educational film for rural midwives, the film presents a beautifully humane profile of the life and work of the midwife "Miss Mary" Coley.
- DirectorToni HarmanAlex WakefordStarsSheila KitzingerIna May GaskinMichel OdentA documentary that re-frames Human Rights issues as the most pressing issue in childbirth today; calling for radical change to the world's maternity systems - this is the Mothers' Revolution.
- DirectorParta KelmendiStarsSanije TopanicaFlorin KelmendiMelihate CurriA compelling documentary following a wartime midwife and mothers who gave birth while fleeing as refugees, sharing their stories of survival and sacrifice in the midst of the horrors of the Kosova war.
- DirectorThomas BalmèsStarsBayarHattieMariA look at one year in the life of four babies from around the world, from Mongolia to Namibia to San Francisco to Tokyo.
- DirectorDebby TakikawaStarsRay CastellinoDavid ChamberlainJoseph Chilton-PearceResearch is now showing that the way babies are welcomed into the world has a profound impact on their later aptitude to make compassionate and meaningful connection with others as they grow. This film, narrated by Noah Wyle ("E.R."), explores the consciousness of infants, through cutting edge science, ancient cultures and traditional customs, making a strong case for ensuring that babies have every opportunity to bond with their parents at birth. Filled with captivating stories and infused with Noah Wyle's warmth as narrator, the film demonstrates how life patterns are established at birth and before. The documentary includes groundbreaking information on early development as well as appearances by the real experts: babies and families." Research is now showing us that our society is a product of how we welcome and raise our children. When babies are welcomed with love and warmth and given the immediate opportunity to bond with parents, they develop minds that are coherent and flexible, ready in turn to make compassionate and meaningful connections with others as they grow. Narrated by Noah Wyle, What Babies Want explores these ideas, documenting heart warming personal experiences before, during and after childbirth as well as evidence of consciousness, communication and awareness in prenatal, newborn and very young infants. Featuring interviews with some of the leading light in the worldwide movement towards conscious parenting, this film is a must-see for anyone contemplating having a baby and for everyone involved in the birth process and in the birth industry in general.
- DirectorNina Montée KarpStarsHarvey KarpTHE HAPPIEST BABY reveals a secret used for centuries by the world's top parents...the calming reflex. It is almost an "off switch" for your baby's crying and an "on switch" for sleep. With just a little practice, you'll calm most crying fast...and add 1-3 hours to your baby's sleep! For over 30 years, Dr. Karp has taught his remarkable techniques to over a million parents.
- DirectorNina Montée KarpStarsHarvey KarpLearn a revolutionary new way to have a much happier time with any toddler -- easy or challenging! For 30 years, Dr. Karp has taught his remarkable tips to over a million parents from working moms to superstars...like Madonna! Learn how to stop tantrums before they happen and build a loving and respectful relationship with your child...to last a lifetime.
- DirectorDelphine LansonSigned a civil partnership contract for thirteen years, Jérôme and François spoke about their desire of child since the beginning of their relation. After an assault course which led them of the adoption to the co-parenthood, they had almost abandoned all hope of starting a family when they saw, two years ago, a documentary on the surrogate mothers. This day, they took back hope and decided to restart the conquest of their paternity.
- DirectorKate GormanStarsVicki CarAmanda DougeKate Gorman
- DirectorToni HarmanA uniquely intimate documentary about birth and postnatal doulas. Features actual footage in close-up detail of three really positive doula-supported births plus a separate section on postpartum doulas.
- DirectorDanny AlpertStarsLoretha WeisingerA Doula Story documents one woman's fierce commitment to empower pregnant teenagers with the skills and knowledge they need to become confident nurturing mothers.
- DirectorSteve BuonaugurioStarsAngela BuonaugurioMandy BuonaugurioSteve BuonaugurioPregnant In America is the true story of Steve and Mandy Buonaugurio, a young, adventurous, expectant couple, who decide to take a daring and potentially dangerous approach to having their first child--outside the modern American medical system. What they learn about hospitals, doctors, insurance companies, midwives, and home birth as they travel across the United States and Europe interviewing experts and confronting birthing situations, exposes them to some shocking and disturbing realities about America¹s maternity care system and what is happening to women and babies. Ultimately, what they learn impacts on and alters the outcome of their own pregnancy.
- DirectorToby MacdonaldStarsDilly BarlowDocuments the 9 month journey from conception to birth with images taken inside the womb. New photographic and camera techniques allow the viewer to see previously unknown images concerning a time we all go through.