The Business of Being Born is a documentary film that explores the modern American approach to childbirth and the healthcare system surrounding it.

Here’s why you should watch it before you give birth:

1. It provides an alternative perspective on childbirth: The film offers a perspective on childbirth that is different from what most people in the United States are used to. It encourages women to consider a more natural approach to childbirth and presents home birth and midwifery as viable options.
2. It can help you make informed decisions: The film presents research, data, and interviews with medical professionals that can help you make informed decisions about your own birth plan. It encourages viewers to be active participants in their own care and to ask questions.
3. It can reduce anxiety: Many women experience anxiety and fear about childbirth. Watching the film can help alleviate some of those fears by presenting a more positive, empowering perspective on the experience.
4. It may inspire you to advocate for change: The film highlights some of the issues with the current healthcare system surrounding childbirth in the United States. If you feel strongly about improving access to natural childbirth options, or if you want to get involved in advocating for policy changes, the film can serve as a starting point for further research and action.

Watching The Business of Being Born while pregnant may offer you a new perspective on childbirth and the healthcare system surrounding it, and provide you with the knowledge and tools to make informed decisions about your own birth plan.

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