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Having a Baby: 5: Preparation for Labour

BBC One
on BBC One London

Introduced by a Professor of Obstetrics and Gynaecology of the University of London.

How many women can achieve a painless childbirth? Do relaxation classes help? Are hospital facilities adequate? Is hypnosis in childbirth a practical suggestion? These are some of the questions which are discussed by two gynaecologists, and Erna Wright of the National Childbirth Trust. The programme includes a filmed illustration of a mother having her baby under hypnosis.
A BBC Educational broadcast

Contributors

Presenter:
A Professor of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, University of London [name uncredited]
Panellist:
Erna Wright
Interviewer:
Joan Bakewell
Production assistant:
Margaret Smith
Producer:
Joyce Bullen
Editor:
Beryl Radley
Source: Radio Times

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