Birth Stories
Birth Stories goes beyond The Face of Birth documentary to share compelling birth stories from nine diverse women who choose different models of care for their pregnancies. Although each have different outcomes, all have empowering experiences.
Featuring over 110 minutes of content, including previously unseen, extended-interview footage, this Australian-produced film is a must see for anyone expecting a baby, birth professionals or people who just love a good birth story.
Running Time
109 mins
Year
2012
Kanopy ID
1072698
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