A Baby on the Way

We all tend to marvel at the products of scientific progress and technology. It’s refreshing to turn to a natural miracle and one which repeats itself at least 60,000 times year in New Zealand. It’s the conception of a child, his growth in the womb and his delivery. Commonplace? Yes, but it never loses its sense of wonder.

– Dr Neil Begg

Ahead of most girls at this age are the most rewarding years of their lives. These are the adventurous times of courtship and marriage, making a home with a husband and sharing with him the supreme blessing of a baby.

– Narrator

From the earliest days of childhood girls are preparing to become the mothers of a new generation.

– From the narration

Don't take much notice of the equipment; it's all necessary for having your baby.

– A nurse guides pregnant mums around a delivery suite