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Politics of Birth Documentary

A broadcast documentary is being made about homebirth, the current debate surrounding the proposed legislation and the right of women to choose how and where they give birth.
 
The filmmakers will be at the Canberra rally on September 7, 2009. Those attending are invited to have their say by making a brief statement to camera.  The crew will be wearing bright pink T-shirts saying DOCUMENTARY TEAM > HAVE YOUR SAY on the day (you will also be required to sign a release form to allow the filmmakers to use your image and comments in the documentary).

To register your interest in being filmed or simply to leave a comment, email your name and contact details  to HAVEYOURSAY@goodeyedeer.com.au

For more information about the film and the team visit www.goodeyedeer.com.au/film_cc.htm

What people say about home birth

I enjoyed giving birth to my second son in a birth pool. My birthing room was warm and candlelit and I was lovingly supported by my birthing team. This made me feel emotionally safe as I birthed my baby gently.

I would love Australian women to enjoy a water birth just as I did. I am surprised to hear that less than 5% of Australian women can choose warm water immersion for pain relief and for birth!

I strongly recommend that the medical system in Australia give women the choice to be able to use a warm water pool during labour, for deep relaxation and giving birth.

I support Homebirth Australia's work to enable all Australian women to choose where and with whom they share their intimate experience of birth.

Elle McPherson