Birth in the Squatting Position

Year Published: 1979

Creator: Polymorph Films

Description: Merry Christmas! Polymorph Films, 1979. Home transfer from 16mm original. In 1973, while working with indigenous women in Brazil, it was observed that their gynecological health was superior to that of more "civilized" women. These women engage in physical activity, have multiple children, and give birth in a squatting position. The researchers questioned the necessity of the supine position for delivery and initiated a training program that emphasized active maternal participation and exercises to improve posture. Over 800 women have successfully given birth in a squatting position. This method enhances the mother's sense of security and allows for a more active role during birth, fostering a mutual connection between mother and baby, often without medical interference. **Keywords:** Brazil, indigenous women, gynecological health, squatting position, childbirth, maternal participation, training program, posture, mutual connection, medical interference.

Complete Record: Merry Christmas! Polymorph Films, 1979. Home transfer from 16mm original.

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In 1973, while working with indigenous women in Brazil, it was observed that their gynecological health was superior to that of more "civilized" women. These women engage in physical activity, have multiple children, and give birth in a squatting position. The researchers questioned the necessity of the supine position for delivery and initiated a training program that emphasized active maternal participation and exercises to improve posture. Over 800 women have successfully given birth in a squatting position. This method enhances the mother's sense of security and allows for a more active role during birth, fostering a mutual connection between mother and baby, often without medical interference. **Keywords:** Brazil, indigenous women, gynecological health, squatting position, childbirth, maternal participation, training program, posture, mutual connection, medical interference.