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Miracle of Birth [VHS]

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This video is VERY graphic, but facinating just the same (not for people with a queasy stomach). As an expecting father, I found the video wonderful for knowing what is going on with my child and wife. I wish there had been more of the birth, but all of the information about the pregnancy was more helpful. After all, I'll get to see my child's birth, but I can't see what's going on inside my wife now! Wonderful information with a good presentation, especially in terms of the time-lapse photography, inside shots, and graphics.

I saw this video on the Discovery channel, and was delighted to learn it was for sale. Yes, it's graphic, but the videography is absolutely stunning. Every couple expecting their first child should see this video!

If you are expecting a baby, or trying to have a baby, this is a great video. While it may be considered graphic here in the US, it shows the human body in its nature state. If you are having trouble conceiving, this video will give you reassurances that its actually quite difficult to conceive and you are not alone! I would highly recommend this video - especially at the price. You cannot take for granted having a healthy baby after watching this!

I thought it was a very interesting and awe inspiring video. However, I thought that being called the Miracle of Birth there should have been more scenes of actual birth. I don't think there are enough videos available to the general public where they get to see the entire labor and delivery and from the title that's what I expected from this one. Otherwise it was an excellent video.

The most amazing scenes are the seamless time lapse photography, especially the scene of the mother going from 0-9 months in about 2 minutes. The scientific narration is not dull and actually brings out the truly miraculous and spiritual nature of bringing a new life into the world.

This is a good "starter" video for those who want an in-depth of the "how's" of the pregnancy process; but there are better videos out there (see BIRTH DAY).

And for the record, regarding the review which said "seems to be among the very rare women who are able to give birth without the aid of forceps or an episiotomy." This is ENTIRELY untrue. Many, many, many women give birth without the aid of forceps or an episiotomy. The reason that they are so often used in this country is that the medical profession rushes the labor process, and doesn't allow a woman's body to do what it needs to do, which negates the need for such medical interventions. Watch Birth Day (or call a doula and ask) if you'd like more information. :)

This video has put together all the necessary information to guide expecting parents through the questions they might have in regards to the conception/birth of their child or children. This could also be a most benifical teaching too. Beautifully done.

The video was a nice documentary on human conception and birth, with concentration on the female reproductive system. There are a few graphic shots at the very end of the video, during the actual birth, where "Phillipa" seems to be among the very rare women who are able to give birth without the aid of forceps or an episiotomy. The birth scenes are deceptively quick and painless. Only about 5 minutes of this video is about birth/delivery, which was rather disappointing. They do not describe the 3 stages of labor or say how long labor can last, etc.. I also couldn't figure out why they chose a leech and it's host to describe the fetus/mother relationship (yuck). All in all, this is one of the better videos out there, but I have yet to find one that truly focuses on pregnancy and birth. This will probably be as close as you can get... If you're expecting your first baby... READ BOOKS instead.

In America, they always try to scare you with horror stories about birth and how "safe" an epidural is (even though it is a drug, it does pass through the placenta, and it can cause your baby to be irritable for up to six weeks). In America, they need to show more videos like this one. Check out some other great books like Immaculate Deception by Suzanne Arms, and Ina May's Midwifery book. It truly makes me cry...the things they do to moms and babies in America.

review the whole course of birth in hospital include some images.Thank you.