An animated film that demonstrates the complex yet critical interaction of hormones and mechanics during labour, birth and the postnatal period, and the potential impact this has on the outcome and experience.
The film aims to increase knowledge of childbirth physiology, and to demonstrate the importance of understanding the impact of physiology on childbirth.
Made in collaboration with
Clinical Lead
Anna Coonan-Byrom
Clinical Team
Sheena Byrom OBE,
Prof. Soo Downe
Dr. Sarah Buckley
Dr. Kerstin Moberg
Molly O’Brien
Kay King
Anastasia Topalidou
Anna Horn
Supported by
The White Ribbon Alliance
All 4 Maternity
University of central Lancashire
Optimal Birth
NHS Lancashire and South Cumbria foundation trust
The Royal College of Midwives
International Confederation of midwives