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"Recommended. This is a thorough look at the emotional,
psychological and bioethical sides of in vitro fertilization (IVF).
Infertility medicine has grown exponentially over the past ten years. Help
from new research and technology is expanding the horizons for anyone
wanting a genetically similar infant. The sensitive ethical and political
issues surrounding assisted reproduction and IVF in particular have resulted
in a lack of government regulation, leading to a field that is as stated in
the film, "fast-paced, innovative and often unpredictable." A highlight is
hearing Dr. Howard Jones, "the father of IVF in America," comment on the
lack of scientific studies in the field. 'The Children Show' tackles all the
big issues surrounding IVF from insurance coverage to lack of research
studies to how many embryos to implant and everything in between." -EMRO
Review When "test tube" baby, Louise Brown, was born in England in 1978, she was considered a miracle of modern medical science; today, a "test tube" baby is born every day somewhere in the world. In North America alone there are more than 300 centers that practice in vitro fertilization (IVF), fertilization outside the human body, and the best report "pregnancy rates of more than 30 percent per cycle after embryo transfer." Despite this success, the basic human desire to have children and traditional beliefs in technology continue to clash in the world of reproductive medicine. This enlightening documentary explores the ethical dilemmas created by new treatments for infertility and the story of one couple's quest for treatment; it features many renown specialists in IVF, including William Schoolcraft, M.D., who runs a successful IVF clinic in Colorado; Howard Jones, M.D., called the "father of IVF in America," he performed the first successful IVF procedure in the U.S.; Art Caplan, Ph. D., director of the Center for Bioethics at the Univ. of PA, Philadelphia, a prominent bio-ethicist; Glenn McGee, Ph.D., author of Pragmatic Bioethics, and editor of The American Journal of Bioethics; Gay Becker, Ph.D., Adjunct Professor of Medical Anthropology, School of Medicine, UC/San Francisco; Gregory Stock, Ph.D., director of the Program on Medicine, Technology, and Society at UCLA's School of Public Health, and author of Redesigning Humans: Our Inevitable Genetic Future; and Madeline Licker Feingold, Ph.D., an experienced infertility counselor with the Alta Bates IVF Program in California. In this evenhanded account we see how opinions and attitudes about technology and gender identity surround infertility, which can make decision making especially difficult; also we see doctors and patients are trying their best to make responsible decisions in an area of medicine that has few rules and no assurances. Produced by Josh Braun. 08DR SCA 52 min. |
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Babies: If Only They Came With Instructions (cc) |
| Answering the most-often-asked questions of parents, Dr. Norman Campbell shares his 30 years of experiences in showing how to provide the best care for newborn through 4-year-old children. Produced by Scott and Dr. Norman Campbell. 08DR/CC Closed-Captioned JSCA 30 min. |
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The Baby Shower |
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"Recommended. This excellent documentary uses a variety
of symbols and films clips to explore the common experiences of women and
motherhood. The interview portion of the program is very powerful, and
demonstrates how a common experience can affect women very differently. It
differs from other documentaries in that it focuses on the personal and
emotional side of pregnancy, rather than the factual, medical, or scientific
aspects." -EMRO Review This sensitive documentary uses a mother-to-be's baby shower to present a personal account, by the wife and husband, as well as relatives and friends, of the feelings and emotions involved with pregnancy, motherhood and fatherhood. Produced by Baby Moon Productions. 07DR Level 1 - SCA 20 min. Level 2 - CA 30 min. |
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"It would be a shame for any parent-to-be to miss seeing
this." -Wilson Review "Highly recommended for parents-to-be. Expert advice with a personal touch." -Booklist In this fact-filled program a pediatrician, child psychologist, and nurse/mother's assistant show new parents how to care for their babies during the first days home. Produced by Duncan Productions. 08DR/CL SCA 60 min. |
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"This well-made documentary offers a private look at two,
totally natural, at-home births." -Science Books & Films This production features two home deliveries. It is very realistic and can orient parents-to-be as to what takes place during a home delivery. Produced by Televista West. 08DR CA 60 min. |
| This program, produced for couples and professionals alike, highlights the physical and emotional aspects of the active and supportive role of massage, and its application during childbirth. Linda Kimber, a community midwife at the John Radcliffe Women's Center for nearly 20 years, takes viewers step-by-step through specific massage techniques that help women cope with their contractions by combining massage with controlled breathing. Produced by Talking Pictures, Ltd. 08DR CA 52 min. |
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"Shows why diapering is easy - and a good environmental
choice." -Booklist A young mother demonstrates the ease of using cloth diapers. The cost of diaper service is less than that of using synthetics, and the fact that they are reusable make cloths diapers a good choice. Produced by Elana Pyle. 08DR SCA 20 min. |
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1st Place Award -HSCMA
Festival Focuses on a few months in the lives of premature infants in a hospital "special care" nursery, assisted by hospital staff, the latest in technological equipment, and loving support from their parents. Produced by the Wisconsin Ed. Comm. Board. 08DR/CL SCA 30 min. |