I also watched a documentary this week titled, "The Business of Being Born." I LOVED it! Here is a short synopsis:
"Birth: 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 examine and question the way American women have babies. The film interlaces intimate birth stories with surprising historical, political and scientific insights and shocking statistics about the current maternity care system. When director Epstein discovers she is pregnant during the making of the film, the journey becomes even more personal. Should most births be viewed as a natural life process, or should every delivery be treated as a potentially catastrophic medical emergency?"
View the trailer in the toolbar to the left.I encourage everyone to watch it!!
Sunday, March 02, 2008
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I had been curious to see this documentary & you inspired me to actually watch it. So I did. I've had 2 babies already and plan on having at least 1 more. So I've experienced the pain - and even after watching the documentary I think I'll stick with my epidural for the next one! But if you can resist that's great! Can't wait to hear how it goes and see some pics of the baby!
Claire
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