Product Details

• Format: Color, NTSC
• Studio: David Garrigus Video & Film Productions
• VHS Release Date: May 30, 1998
• ASIN: 1892634007
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #641,158 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV)

Editorial Reviews

Booklist, March 1, 1999

In "Just a Beginning: Prenatal Care for Teens," a group of teen moms share some realistic and cautionary advice about physical health and emotional issues during pregnancy. Relationships with one's parents and with the baby's father, issues about school and future goals, and vital information about prenatal care are covered. Portraying a savvy teen mom, a host squarely addresses the enormous responsibilities and decisions of a pregnant teen. Making the greatest impact are the gripping, effectively incorporated personal stories of the young moms (being kicked out of their homes, losing a drug-addicted newborn). Tough yet constructive, this is an excellent resource for teen-baby programs.

Product Description

What is it like to be a teenager and to discover that you are pregnant? How do you tell your parents? What will their reaction be? "Just a Beginning: Pre-Prenatal Care for Teens" addresses these issues and many more. The program features a group of pregnant teenagers sharing their sincere and compelling concerns and experiences. The program's host, also a pregnant teen, shows how good prenatal care is the best way to have a healthy baby.

"Just a Beginning" provides guidance for dealing with the emotional and physical burdens of teen pregnancy; advocates the importance of diet, life-style, and early healthcare intervention; and graphically illustrates the consequences of drug abuse, smoking, and alcohol.

"Just a Beginning" ends with an inspiring story of hope for the future, a testimonial from a once pregnant teen who went on to raise her child and continue her education. She now has a master's degree and is working toward her doctorate.

"Just a Beginning" makes its message clear: "Take good care of yourself and your baby. The future may be different than what you expected, but it can still be bright."

Along with your tape, you will receive multiple-choice questions for testing viewer comprehension and thought-provoking group discussion questions about the topic. Also available in Spanish.

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