Birth Rites

1977 53 min

Overview

Birth Rites documents Julia Lauder giving birth at home surrounded by her family. Her film focuses on women’s agency during homebirth in contrast to some women’s experiences in a hospital setting. It shows the value of physical and psychological support during labour, and the importance of touch in establishing bonds with newborns directly after birth.

Production Countries

United Kingdom

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Cast

Julia Lauder

Self

Crew

Robina Rose

Director

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