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The Face of Birth(2012)
Status: Released
Date: 2012-02-01
80%
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Time: 1h 27m
A documentary about pregnancy, childbirth and the power of choice.
Overview:
An inspiring look at how wonderful birth can be when your right to choose how, where and with whom you give birth is respected & protected. Every woman has the right to be informed about their options in childbirth. Through an exploration of home birth, this 87 min film looks at what natural, physiological childbirth really is. Is birth a medical emergency waiting to happen or a profound, natural and physiological event that women are designed for? The most comprehensive film ever made on home birth and a voice of reason in the debate, The Face of Birth outlines the importance of education in birthing and the right of a woman to choose the best and safest birth method for her and her baby.
Languages: English.
Countries:
Australia
ProductionCompanies:
Baby Banksia
Goodeyedeer
Movie: The Face of Birth
Top 7 Billed Cast
Kate Gorman
Self
Sheila Kitzinger
Self
Ina May Gaskin
Self
Robbie Davis-Floyd
Self
Noni Hazlehurst
Self
Video Trailer The Face of Birth
Video: The Face of Birth (official teaser)
The Face of Birth (official teaser)
The Face of Birth official teaser: a film about the importance of choice in pregnancy and childbirth
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