The Mama Sherpas

In 2012, cesarean sections accounted for one-third of all births in the United States, a figure that starkly contrasts with the World Health Organization’s advice to keep such procedures under 15 percent. What can be done to address this concerning trend? Recently, the concept of collaborative care, where doctors and midwives jointly oversee women’s healthcare, has been gaining momentum in the U.S. “The Mama Sherpas” is a full-length documentary that explores this model, showcasing women who receive maternity care from teams of midwives and doctors. The film follows nurse midwives, their collaborating physicians, and their patients, offering an in-depth look at how midwives operate within the hospital environment.