DONA Doula Workshop with Debra Pascali-Bonaro this August at the New York Open Center
Debra Pascali-Bonaro is producer and director of the films Orgasmic Birth and Organic Birth, two films documenting the sensual and life changing aspects of undisturbed childbirth. Debra is trained and certified by DONA International and Lamaze International. She speaks and teaches worlwide on birthing and postpartum care and has taken part in many forums shaping governmental and non-governmental health programs in the US and abroad.
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The perfect film for all who are pregnant or thinking about becoming pregnant, Organic Birth: Birth is Natural! is a 52-minute film adapted and edited from the 85-minute award-winning documentary Orgasmic Birth: The Best-Kept Secret. The expanded midwifery section, more concise format, and added chapter navigation, makes this film a "must see" for expectant parents and the perfect resource tool for use in childbirth education classes. Buy it here. For information on the Ecstatic Birth Tele-Summit, click here.
Joyous, sensuous and revolutionary, Orgasmic Birth brings the ultimate challenge to our cultural myths by inviting viewers to see the emotional, spiritual, and physical heights attainable through birth. Witness the passion as birth is revealed as an integral part of woman's sexuality and a neglected human right.
Click here to buy the DVDFormat: DVD (NTSC & PAL) | Run time: 85 minutes | Price: US$29.99
Subtitled in French, Spanish, German and Portuguese
DVD contains chapters and extras that are not provided with digital download
Inspired by the award-winning documentary that has been seen all over the world, this book is a "must have" for all expectant moms. Childbirth experts Elizabeth Davis and Debra Pascali-Bonaro show that there is a way to recapture the power and intimacy——even discover the ecstatic satisfaction——of the birth process. In this inspiring and practical handbook, they provide comprehensive explanations and tips for facilitating and getting the most pleasure out of birth.
Read moreFormat: Book | Pages: 360 | Price: US$17.99
The evocative score of was created by John McDowell, composer of the score for the Academy Award–winning documentary Born Into Brothels, with additional composition by Sabina Sciubba of the group Brazilian Girls. This music is ideal for preparation for labor and birth. It will remind you of the powerful messages of the film. Read more
Read moreFormat: CD | Run time: 51 minutes | Price: US$14.99
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Intense or unrestrained excitement or a similar point of intensity or emotional excitement.
Please share your ecstatic or orgasmic birth story with us. Birth stories are a powerful way of passing along information and creating an awareness of all that is possible in birth. Click here to begin.
“Orgasmic Birth makes such a contribution in this society in which most young women don’t even know they have choices or think that others (doctors) know best. You have taken a major step forward to open minds and hearts in the realm of birthing — future generations will most certainly be grateful.”
Susan Highsmith, Co-Chair XIV International APPPAH Congress