Doula! The Ultimate Birth Companion

Espresso Productions. (Added Author). Films for the Humanities & Sciences (Firm) (Added Author). Films Media Group (Added Author).

Summary: This program gives viewers an intimate look at the work of doulas, capturing the details of the support they offer at each phase of the birthing journey. Three pregnant women and their husbands discuss why they chose a doula to supplement a midwife's services, and the doulas in turn relate what the experience means to them. The video follows the women through labor and includes footage of two at-home water births. Having the doula on hand for reassurance, to call relatives, and more allows the couples to be fully involved with the delivery of their new child. The role of a postnatal doula in helping parents transition to life with a baby is also covered. Contains nudity associated with childbirth.

Record details

Physical Description: 1 streaming video file (60 min.) : sd., col., digital file.
remote
electronic resource (video)
Publisher: New York, N.Y. : Films Media Group, [2011], c2010.

Content descriptions

General Note:	Films on Demand is distributed by Films Media Group for Films for the Humanities & Sciences, Cambridge Educational, Meridian Education, and Shopware. Encoded with permission for digital streaming by Films Media Group on October 26, 2011. Multi-User.
Formatted Contents Note:	Introduction: Doula! The Ultimate Birth Companion (0:34) -- Trainee Birth & Postnatal Doula (2:34) -- The Doula Allows the Parents to Become Closer (2:04) -- Doulas Provide Continuity of Care (2:22) -- Anticipation (2:48) -- Enabling Husband and Wife to Work as a Team (2:32) -- The Birth Begins (2:39) -- The Baby is Born (2:55) -- It Went Like a Dream (2:01) -- Four Days After the Birth (2:15) -- Thank God You're Here! (2:03) -- Getting Ready (3:05) -- Hard Work (2:40) -- It's a Boy! (2:45) -- Reflecting on the Birth (2:04) -- The Birth Experience She Wanted (2:23) -- Feeling Complete (2:12) -- Early Progress (2:59) -- Transfer to Hospital (2:14) -- Caesarean Birth (2:08) -- Lasting Connection (2:06) -- Post-Natal Doula Support (2:43) -- Helping New Parents (3:00) -- Samsara and Margaux (2:25) -- An Extra Pair of Hands (1:53) -- Credits: Doula! The Ultimate Birth Companion (0:25)
Restrictions on Access Note:	Access requires authentication through Films on Demand.
Target Audience Note:	9 & up. Contains nudity associated with childbirth.
System Details Note:	Mode of access: Internet. System requirements: FOD playback platform.
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Language Note:	Closed-captioned.
Source of Description Note:	Title from distributor's description.