An Outdoor Community Film Screening & Live Q&A
Sunday, September 13, 2026
Wright Pediatric Dentistry
8202 Apison Pike Ooltewah TN 37363
Join us for an unforgettable evening under the stars as we gather as a community to experience Allowed to Birth: The Journey of a Global Midwife, an award-winning documentary featuring internationally renowned global midwife Kristine Lauria.
This powerful film explores birth through a global lens, following Kristine’s work alongside mothers, families, birth workers, and healthcare professionals across diverse communities. Through deeply moving stories, Allowed to Birth highlights the importance of respectful maternity care, informed choice, skilled support, and protecting the dignity of women throughout pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum period. Whether you are an expecting parent, birth worker, healthcare professional, student, or simply passionate about improving maternal and infant health, this documentary offers an inspiring and thought-provoking experience.
Following the screening, stay for a special live Q&A with Featured Midwife Kristine Lauria, where attendees will have the opportunity to hear more about her work, ask questions, and engage in meaningful conversation about the future of maternity care.
7:30 PM EST – Community gathering, refreshments, and social time
8:00 PM EST– Outdoor screening of Allowed to Birth: The Journey of a Global Midwife
Immediately Following – Live Q&A with Kristine Lauria
This special event will be held outdoors on a jumbo screen, creating a unique community experience. Guests can enjoy popcorn and beverages while connecting with others who care deeply about families, birth, and maternal health.
Please bring your own folding chair or outdoor camping chair to enjoy the screening comfortably.
Parking will be available in the front lot of Wright Pediatric Dentistry. From there, simply walk between the buildings or around to the back, where the rear parking lot will be reserved and sectioned off for the screening.
Thanks to the generosity of our sponsors, admission to this event is free. We believe conversations about respectful maternity care and improving birth outcomes should be accessible to everyone, regardless of financial circumstances.
To help us continue bringing educational events like this to the Chattanooga community, we’ve created several optional support levels. Your donation helps offset the costs of licensing the film, hosting internationally renowned global midwife Kristine Lauria, venue preparation, and future community education initiatives through The Well Birth Services.
Please choose the option that feels right for you. Every contribution, regardless of amount, makes a meaningful difference.
Community Admission — Free
Reserve your seat at no cost. We are honored to have you join us.
Supporter Ticket — $10
Help provide refreshments and event hospitality.
Advocate Ticket — $25
Help cover screening and event production expenses.
Champion Ticket — $50
Help make community education events like this possible for more families and birth workers.
Patron Ticket — $100
Provide significant support toward bringing nationally and internationally respected educators and resources to our region.
Give What You Can
If you’d like to contribute a different amount, additional donations are always appreciated and directly support The Well Birth Services’ mission of expanding access to quality birth education and community programming.
No matter which ticket you choose, every guest enjoys the same event experience. Your donation is a gift to the community—not the price of admission.
Thank you for helping us cultivate a community where families, birth workers, and healthcare professionals can gather to learn, connect, and advocate for respectful, evidence-informed maternity care.
Because of the mature themes explored throughout the documentary, this screening is recommended for ages 13 and older. Nursing babies are welcome, but the film is not suitable for young children.
This community event is made possible through the generous support of:
Host: The Well Birth Services
Presenting Community Sponsor: Inspire Chiropractic
Event Sponsor: The Pelvic Method
Community Partner Sponsor: Live Wild Be Well
We are honored to partner with organizations that share a commitment to supporting women, families, and healthier communities.
Reserve your complimentary ticket today and join us for an evening of education, inspiration, and meaningful conversation. We look forward to seeing you there!
An Outdoor Community Film Screening & Live Q&A
Sunday, September 13, 2026
Wright Pediatric Dentistry
8202 Apison Pike Ooltewah TN 37363
Join us for an unforgettable evening under the stars as we gather as a community to experience Allowed to Birth: The Journey of a Global Midwife, an award-winning documentary featuring internationally renowned global midwife Kristine Lauria.
This powerful film explores birth through a global lens, following Kristine’s work alongside mothers, families, birth workers, and healthcare professionals across diverse communities. Through deeply moving stories, Allowed to Birth highlights the importance of respectful maternity care, informed choice, skilled support, and protecting the dignity of women throughout pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum period. Whether you are an expecting parent, birth worker, healthcare professional, student, or simply passionate about improving maternal and infant health, this documentary offers an inspiring and thought-provoking experience.
Following the screening, stay for a special live Q&A with Featured Midwife Kristine Lauria, where attendees will have the opportunity to hear more about her work, ask questions, and engage in meaningful conversation about the future of maternity care.
7:30 PM EST – Community gathering, refreshments, and social time
8:00 PM EST– Outdoor screening of Allowed to Birth: The Journey of a Global Midwife
Immediately Following – Live Q&A with Kristine Lauria
This special event will be held outdoors on a jumbo screen, creating a unique community experience. Guests can enjoy popcorn and beverages while connecting with others who care deeply about families, birth, and maternal health.
Please bring your own folding chair or outdoor camping chair to enjoy the screening comfortably.
Parking will be available in the front lot of Wright Pediatric Dentistry. From there, simply walk between the buildings or around to the back, where the rear parking lot will be reserved and sectioned off for the screening.
Thanks to the generosity of our sponsors, admission to this event is free. We believe conversations about respectful maternity care and improving birth outcomes should be accessible to everyone, regardless of financial circumstances.
To help us continue bringing educational events like this to the Chattanooga community, we’ve created several optional support levels. Your donation helps offset the costs of licensing the film, hosting internationally renowned global midwife Kristine Lauria, venue preparation, and future community education initiatives through The Well Birth Services.
Please choose the option that feels right for you. Every contribution, regardless of amount, makes a meaningful difference.
Community Admission — Free
Reserve your seat at no cost. We are honored to have you join us.
Supporter Ticket — $10
Help provide refreshments and event hospitality.
Advocate Ticket — $25
Help cover screening and event production expenses.
Champion Ticket — $50
Help make community education events like this possible for more families and birth workers.
Patron Ticket — $100
Provide significant support toward bringing nationally and internationally respected educators and resources to our region.
Give What You Can
If you’d like to contribute a different amount, additional donations are always appreciated and directly support The Well Birth Services’ mission of expanding access to quality birth education and community programming.
No matter which ticket you choose, every guest enjoys the same event experience. Your donation is a gift to the community—not the price of admission.
Thank you for helping us cultivate a community where families, birth workers, and healthcare professionals can gather to learn, connect, and advocate for respectful, evidence-informed maternity care.
Because of the mature themes explored throughout the documentary, this screening is recommended for ages 13 and older. Nursing babies are welcome, but the film is not suitable for young children.
This community event is made possible through the generous support of:
Host: The Well Birth Services
Presenting Community Sponsor: Inspire Chiropractic
Event Sponsor: The Pelvic Method
Community Partner Sponsor: Live Wild Be Well
We are honored to partner with organizations that share a commitment to supporting women, families, and healthier communities.
Reserve your complimentary ticket today and join us for an evening of education, inspiration, and meaningful conversation. We look forward to seeing you there!
This is more than a movie— its a movement. Your “Give what you can” helps expand access to education, advocacy, and community events that inspire informed choices and create healthier futures for mothers, babies and generations to come.
