Pregnancy & Childbirth Media Library

A Family Approach to Prenatal Care
Shows how the entire family can participate in the woman's pregnancy and well-being. Running time 27 min. Produced by Wyeth Ayerst. © 1991.
(Reserve #1501 (English))
(Reserve #1502 (Spanish))

Genetic Testing
Demonstrates amniocentesis and ultrasound, outlining the advantages of knowing in advance that certain medical procedures will be required to save a newborn and the burden on parents of having to decide whether to terminate a pregnancy. Running time 26 min. Produced by FFI. © 1990. (Reserve #1504)

Have a Healthy Baby: Labor and Delivery
Video covers the various birthing techniques, procedures and physical process of birth. Recommended for ages 14 and up. Spanish language only. Running time 25 min. Produced by Churchill Media. (Reserve #1505)

Pregnancy After 35
Program looks at the risk of pregnancy after 35, including diabetes, hypertension, premature delivery and babies with Down's syndrome. By following three such women through their pregnancies, the program explores the medical technology used to minimize those risks. Running time 19 min. Produced by FFI. © 1993. (Reserve #1508)

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Working Pregnant
Program covers some of the problems of working pregnant women, including fatigue, stress and finding time to rest; the danger of on-the-job hazards like exposure to lead, mercury, vapors and radiation; and the desirability of cutting back on very strenuous jobs. Program also covers the benefits of regular exercise during a normal pregnancy. Running time 19 min. Produced and distributed by FFI. © 1991. (Reserve #1509)

See also:
Parenting, #1303