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I really appreciate the information given in this documentary. I was unable to have a natural birth no matter what; had circumstances been different, we definitely would have explored our options. (Oct 07, 2014)
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what parents are saying
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- Marika K.
Weston, Wisconsin
Incredible documentary and absolute must if you’re even considering having a home birth! Great to show partners or parents who may not be on board with your desire to homebirth as well. Jan 06, 2024
- Denái P.
South Jordan, Utah
So informative! Sep 12, 2022
- Rebecca V.
85296, Arizona
This film blew my mind! All expectant mothers should watch to understand how labor healthcare really works. Jan 25, 2021
- Dana S.
St. Mary's, Ohio
I highly recommend this!! Every mom should watch this in early stages of pregnancy! Nov 21, 2020
- Tarah N.
Gainesville, Florida
Essential for all pregnant women to watch! It is biased like all documentaries so do your own research after watching but so good!! Sep 03, 2020
- Pricilla S.
Radcliff, Kentucky
This documentary really opened my eyes to how industrialized birth has become. It’s pretty scary to think about all the medications that you will be offered in a hospital. Jul 23, 2019
- Bridget N.
Louisville, Kentucky
This doc has its biases like any other, but it also has some great information Oct 21, 2018
- Tosha H.
Mount Holly, North Carolina
A must-see for anyone expecting! Stay informed! Sep 19, 2018
- Annie U.
Pensacola, Florida
This was a very eye opening and well don documentary. My best takeaway was exploring all my options so I could have MY best birth! Feb 04, 2018
- Amanda L.
Little Elm, Texas
Learned a lot from this documentary. Felt better informed when making decisions for my birth after watching this. Feb 03, 2018
- Kelsey B.
Cedar Grove, Indiana
This is a good documentary. It’s been a few years since I’ve watched it but it still sticks with me. Jan 03, 2018
- Sloan A.
knoxville, New York
An eye opener with statistics to prove what it is saying is true! Oct 18, 2017
- Jessica V.
Atlanta, Georgia
Very insightful! A must watch for expecting parents or those considering having a baby! Oct 11, 2017
- Hannah W.
Everson, Washington
Everyone should watch this! So good! Oct 03, 2017
- Katlyn Y.
Thurston, Ohio
Such an empowering documentary loved it Aug 11, 2017
- Aseky B.
Winter Springs , Florida
Loved this documentary. Backed up my decision of having a midwife. May 11, 2017
- Amber L.
Desoto, Texas
I watched this right after having an emergency c-section, and it was really interesting. It's on Netflix, so I definitely think it's worth seeing. Mar 28, 2017
- Lisa S.
98208, Washington
Focus on info/realization of how normal and empowering a home birth can really be. I didn't like that one guy suggested that mothers who have a C-Section won't be able to love their children as much. Sep 15, 2016
- Sarah S.
Laurel, Maryland
It was good to see. Sep 13, 2016
- Kirby H.
Berkeley, California
I first saw this as part of a Sociology class in college, but it was really good about introducing us to the controversies in maternity practices and what options are really out there. Sep 12, 2016
- Alison L.
Weston, Missouri
Wonderful documentary, especially while you're expecting. Dec 08, 2015
- Kate A.
Boston, Massachusetts
This movie convinced me to have a natural childbirth Oct 02, 2015
- Cait B.
Saint Louis, Missouri
This helped me solidify my decisions regarding our birth plan. Jul 02, 2015
- Dana S.
South Orange, New Jersey
A must-watch! Definitely encouraged me further in my desire for a natural birth. May 22, 2015
- Lachele G.
United States of America
This DVD gave me great perspective on hospitals' way of bringing babies into this world. Whether you're hospital-birth person, a home-birth person, or somewhere in between, this is great! Oct 31, 2014
This movie is full of scare tactics and presents only one side of a highly-charged issue. Oct 13, 2014
- Courtney W.
Lehi, Utah
Super biased. I understand the whole unmedicated thing, but this goes too far. Oct 02, 2014
- Annie C.
Brooklyn, New York
helped motivate my natural delivery Aug 11, 2014
Must see for all moms-to-be! Available on Netflix! Jul 26, 2014
Forgoes scientific evidence for misinformed sensationalist sound bytes. Jul 24, 2014
Really interesting movie. Mar 19, 2014
- Roslyn L.
Barrie, Ontario
Very helpful as you think through your birthing options Mar 12, 2014
An honest look at the politics of birth. Mar 02, 2014
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- Secretly Expecting
MANCHESTER, Connecticut
I loved this documentary. completely changed my view on birthing children Sep 12, 2019
- Keren W.
brooklyn, New York
It's a little one sided, but still very informative and empowering for women. Aug 29, 2018
- Becky A.
Crescent Springs, Kentucky
Very interesting look at birthing in America. Worth a watch while considering your birthing plan. Oct 26, 2017
- Jenn M.
Northeast, Wisconsin
This documentary was eye-opening for the world of birth. It helped me make concrete decisions for my birth plan for my first baby. I highly recommend everyone watch it. It's truly educational. May 14, 2017
- Megan A.
Ann Arbor, Michigan
This comes on pretty strong, but is informative and changed the way I look at childbirth Apr 22, 2016
- Megan K.
Macomb, New York
Very eye opening. If you're on the fence about natural birth or homebirth, watch this! Mar 02, 2016
- Maggie S.
Talousa, Alabama
Very informative about natural childbirth. Very inspiring and eye opening. Dec 08, 2014
- Dawn W.
Oregon, Wisconsin
I really appreciate the information given in this documentary. I was unable to have a natural birth no matter what; had circumstances been different, we definitely would have explored our options. Oct 07, 2014
- Emily S.
Brooklyn, New York
Agree that it is pretty heavy handed, but it did change my opinion about birth & knowing all your options! Sep 30, 2014
- Brittney G.
29601, South Carolina
Watch it to open your eyes to the world of birth. Unfortunately, ,any hospitals don't follow an evidence-based approach. Women should have a choice. Don't watch while pregnant if you have high bp. ;) Aug 21, 2014
- Ashlee L.
Washington, District of Columbia
I think its great to be as informed as possible, and this film definitely motivated us to become informed. Feb 12, 2014
Heavy handed, but really informative look into midwifery. Recommend it to everyone to watch it, learn about your options and then form your own opinions. Feb 05, 2014
- Sydney W.
Fort Worth, Texas
YA GOTTA WATCH IT Jan 31, 2014
- Julia D.
United States of America
The video that really made me think about what kind of birth I wanted to have. Wow. Luckily, everything worked out. Naturally. Please watch early in your pregnancy or way before conception!! Jan 09, 2014
- Kristen S.
Atlanta, Georgia
We watched this documentary before we were expecting. While dramatic at times, it definitely opened our eyes to different birth options and made us question everything we thought we knew. Oct 07, 2013
- Sarah Jewel P.
Lexington, Kentucky
This is a great educational documentary but it's up to you for how you want your birth to go! Aug 14, 2013
- Amelia B.
Charlotte, North Carolina
great movie, whether you're hoping for a natural birth or not, i think this is worth watching. Very informational. Jul 30, 2013
More Parents' Reviews-
- Marika K.
Weston, Wisconsin
Incredible documentary and absolute must if you’re even considering having a home birth! Great to show partners or parents who may not be on board with your desire to homebirth as well. Jan 06, 2024
- Denái P.
South Jordan, Utah
So informative! Sep 12, 2022
- Rebecca V.
85296, Arizona
This film blew my mind! All expectant mothers should watch to understand how labor healthcare really works. Jan 25, 2021
- Dana S.
St. Mary's, Ohio
I highly recommend this!! Every mom should watch this in early stages of pregnancy! Nov 21, 2020
- Tarah N.
Gainesville, Florida
Essential for all pregnant women to watch! It is biased like all documentaries so do your own research after watching but so good!! Sep 03, 2020
- Pricilla S.
Radcliff, Kentucky
This documentary really opened my eyes to how industrialized birth has become. It’s pretty scary to think about all the medications that you will be offered in a hospital. Jul 23, 2019
- Bridget N.
Louisville, Kentucky
This doc has its biases like any other, but it also has some great information Oct 21, 2018
- Tosha H.
Mount Holly, North Carolina
A must-see for anyone expecting! Stay informed! Sep 19, 2018
- Annie U.
Pensacola, Florida
This was a very eye opening and well don documentary. My best takeaway was exploring all my options so I could have MY best birth! Feb 04, 2018
- Amanda L.
Little Elm, Texas
Learned a lot from this documentary. Felt better informed when making decisions for my birth after watching this. Feb 03, 2018
- Kelsey B.
Cedar Grove, Indiana
This is a good documentary. It’s been a few years since I’ve watched it but it still sticks with me. Jan 03, 2018
- Sloan A.
knoxville, New York
An eye opener with statistics to prove what it is saying is true! Oct 18, 2017
- Jessica V.
Atlanta, Georgia
Very insightful! A must watch for expecting parents or those considering having a baby! Oct 11, 2017
- Hannah W.
Everson, Washington
Everyone should watch this! So good! Oct 03, 2017
- Katlyn Y.
Thurston, Ohio
Such an empowering documentary loved it Aug 11, 2017
- Aseky B.
Winter Springs , Florida
Loved this documentary. Backed up my decision of having a midwife. May 11, 2017
- Amber L.
Desoto, Texas
I watched this right after having an emergency c-section, and it was really interesting. It's on Netflix, so I definitely think it's worth seeing. Mar 28, 2017
- Lisa S.
98208, Washington
Focus on info/realization of how normal and empowering a home birth can really be. I didn't like that one guy suggested that mothers who have a C-Section won't be able to love their children as much. Sep 15, 2016
- Sarah S.
Laurel, Maryland
It was good to see. Sep 13, 2016
- Kirby H.
Berkeley, California
I first saw this as part of a Sociology class in college, but it was really good about introducing us to the controversies in maternity practices and what options are really out there. Sep 12, 2016
- Alison L.
Weston, Missouri
Wonderful documentary, especially while you're expecting. Dec 08, 2015
- Kate A.
Boston, Massachusetts
This movie convinced me to have a natural childbirth Oct 02, 2015
- Cait B.
Saint Louis, Missouri
This helped me solidify my decisions regarding our birth plan. Jul 02, 2015
- Dana S.
South Orange, New Jersey
A must-watch! Definitely encouraged me further in my desire for a natural birth. May 22, 2015
- Lachele G.
United States of America
This DVD gave me great perspective on hospitals' way of bringing babies into this world. Whether you're hospital-birth person, a home-birth person, or somewhere in between, this is great! Oct 31, 2014
This movie is full of scare tactics and presents only one side of a highly-charged issue. Oct 13, 2014
- Courtney W.
Lehi, Utah
Super biased. I understand the whole unmedicated thing, but this goes too far. Oct 02, 2014
- Annie C.
Brooklyn, New York
helped motivate my natural delivery Aug 11, 2014
Must see for all moms-to-be! Available on Netflix! Jul 26, 2014
Forgoes scientific evidence for misinformed sensationalist sound bytes. Jul 24, 2014
Really interesting movie. Mar 19, 2014
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