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201482 minPGdocumentary

5.7/ 10(3 ratings)• TMDB

The First Smile

201482 minPGdocumentary

5.7/ 10(3 ratings)• TMDB

Midwives from various countries gather in Mexico and Brazil to learn from Naolí, a Mexican midwife, and transform their profession into an art.

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Midwives from various countries gather in Mexico and Brazil to learn from Naolí, a Mexican midwife, and transform their profession into an art.

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Wang Zitong

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Naolí, a Mexican midwife, invites midwives from various countries to Mexico and Brazil. They gather to deepen their skills and transform their work into an art form. As they assist mothers and fathers during childbirth, they share their experiences and knowledge. The First Smile presents a blend of personal stories and traditional practices. It emphasizes the connection between birth and the feminine experience, aiming to preserve ancestral wisdom that has faded over time.

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