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200457 minGdocumentary

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Consciousness Studies

What Babies Want

200457 minGdocumentary

10.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Modern research and ancient cultural insights reveal that bonding at birth significantly influences future connections in infant consciousness.

Consciousness Studies

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Modern research and ancient cultural insights reveal that bonding at birth significantly influences future connections in infant consciousness.

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Debby Takikawadirector

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Noah Wyle narrates a discussion on infant consciousness in "What Babies Want." The film combines modern research with insights from ancient cultures and traditional customs. It argues that the way babies are welcomed at birth significantly influences their ability to connect with others later in life. The documentary emphasizes the need for strong bonding opportunities between infants and their parents during this critical time. It runs for 57 minutes and was released in 2004.

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