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Works of Wonder

Works of Wonder is a four-part modular program with sections that may be shown individually, in pairs and in any order. It offers all the flexibility educators need when teaching about labor and childbirth and includes a comprehensive educators study guide.This program features birth stories narrated by parents, an animated sequence illustrating the anatomy and physiology of labor, and overview of common medical procedure and options, as well as a section introducing Cesarean birth.

Part One: Three Birth Stories presents an overview of childbirth practices today and offers a visual catalog of comfort measures for managing labor. This part features and uncomplicated vaginal delivery, an induced labor and a birth with epidural anesthesia.

Part Two: The Miracle Within uses computer animation intercut with live footage to illustrate the anatomy and physiology of labor and birth. Documenting the progress of Jas and Keiths birth experience, 3D animation conveys concepts that are difficult to explain in words along, such as the stages of labor, effacement and dilation, fetal descent and pelvic station.

Part Three: Medical Procedures and Options in Childbirth describes in detail common medical practices and options for medication in childbirth. Short, live video segments describe the risks and benefits of fetal monitoring, IV fluids, induction and augmentation, narcotic analgesia, epidural anesthesia, interventions to relieve back labor pain and more.

Part Four: A Cesarean Birth Story presents a realistic picture of an unplanned Cesarean birth. Terri and Ryans birth story begins with a clear attempt to deliver vaginally and shows the discussion among midwife, obstetrician and mother leading to the decision to do a Cesarean. Expectant parents will learn about: anesthesia for surgery, OR staff, abdominal and uterine incisions (in animation), fathers role, suggestions for recovery and breastfeeding in the recovery room.

Breastfeeding: How-To & Why-To

Programs available on Amazon at http://bit.ly/3nhVAS

Winner of seven prestigious awards, the How-To video shows new parents how to handle the awkwardness and newness of newborn and early breastfeeding and continues on through older, more experienced babies.

The Why-To video is a motivational program outlining the health benefits of breastfeeding. It gives women the information they need to make an informed decision about infant feeding. This program dispels myths and stereotypes and presents breastfeeding as an important first health decision for parents.

Produced in partnership with the Association of Womens Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses (AWHONN), a leading professional medical organization.

These programs have been divided into 16 easy to view episodes, designed to inform and educate parents and parents-to-be.

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Starting Out Safe and Sound

Program available on Amazon at http://bit.ly/2XGcEh

Starting Out Safe and Sound: A Guide to Newborn Care and Safety

AWARDS! Cine Golden Eagle; National Council on Family Relations; National Health Information Awards.

In the hospital, the nurses make it all look so easy. But once you're home, without professional support, you may feel overwhelmed, even a bit scared, by the prospect of caring for your new baby. Starting Out Safe and Sound is designed to help calm your fears and give you the confidence to handle the responsibilities of parenthood in the first few months of life. Using clear, easy-to-follow demonstrations by real parents and featuring state-of-the-art graphics and animation, this program helps expectant and new parents learn the critical aspects of newborn care and safety.

Part One: Keeping Your Baby Healthy covers:
- Newborn physiological response to birth
- Health screens and procedures in the birth setting
- Newborn appearance
- Elimination patterns
- Diapering, dressing , umbilical cord care, sponge bathing, circumcision care
- Schedule of check-ups and immunizations
- Signs of illness and when to seek medical advice

Part Two: Keeping Your Baby Safe covers:
- Car seat safety practices
- Sleep position and SIDS prevention
- Correct head support
- Fire and burn precautions
- Numerous other safety measures for the first months of life.

Part Three: Making the Most of Your Last Trimester covers:
- Selecting a pediatric provider
- Reviewing health coverage

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