The Business of Being Born

"In America today, birth is a billion dollar business. But who is really benefiting?"

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Released: Jan 9, 2008

Runtime: 1h 27m

Rating: ⭐ 6.6 / 10

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Overview

Birth: it's a miracle. A rite of passage. A natural part of life. But more than anything, birth is a business. Compelled to find answers after a disappointing birth experience with her first child, actress Ricki Lake recruits filmmaker Abby Epstein to explore the maternity care system in America