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The Business of Being Born

Plot: Director Abby Epstein's controversial documentary takes a hard look at America's maternity care system, juxtaposing hospital deliveries against the growing popularity of at-home, natural childbirths that some expectant parents are opting for. Former talk show host Ricki Lake was inspired to produce this compelling exposé after a dissatisfying birthing experience with her first child left her with many unanswered questions
Release Date: Wednesday, January 9 2008
16 years ago
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Portrait of Julia Barnett TracyJulia Barnett Tracy
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Portrait of Abby EpsteinAbby Epstein
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Portrait of Ina May GaskinIna May Gaskin
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Portrait of Ricki LakeRicki Lake
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as 'Herself'.
Sat, Sep 21 1968

Crew

Portrait of Abby EpsteinAbby Epstein
Director
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Portrait of Ricki LakeRicki Lake
Producer
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Sat, Sep 21 1968
Portrait of Madeleine GavinMadeleine Gavin
Editor, Additional Photography
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