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When the Bough Breaks: A Documentary About Postpartum Depression

March 14, 2017 1h 33m 8.5/10 (2 votes)

Originally released in 2017. When the Bough Breaks: A Documentary About Postpartum Depression is a documentary film. directed by Jamielyn Lippman.

Starring Brooke Shields, Tanya Newbould, and Carnie Wilson

Synopsis

When The Bough Breaks is a feature length documentary about postpartum depression and perinatal mood disorders. When actress Tanya Newbould experienced PPD with her daughter she did not understand what was wrong with her or how to go about getting help. Tanya teamed up with Director Jamielyn Lippman to uncover this illness that affects one in five new mothers. One of the women they interviewed was Lindsay Gerszt who was currently suffering from postpartum depression. Lindsay agreed to let the cameras document her and give us an in depth look at her path to recovery. Babies are dying, women aren't speaking out and the signs are being missed. Together these three women take us on a journey to find answers and break the silence.

Quick Facts

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Release Date March 14, 2017 8 years ago
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Runtime 1h 33m 93 minutes total
User Rating 8.5/10 Excellent (2 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Point of View Productions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is When the Bough Breaks: A Documentary About Postpartum Depression about?

When The Bough Breaks is a feature length documentary about postpartum depression and perinatal mood disorders. When actress Tanya Newbould experienced PPD with her daughter she did not understand ...

Who directed When the Bough Breaks: A Documentary About Postpartum Depression?

When the Bough Breaks: A Documentary About Postpartum Depression was directed by Jamielyn Lippman.

How long is When the Bough Breaks: A Documentary About Postpartum Depression?

When the Bough Breaks: A Documentary About Postpartum Depression has a runtime of 1 hours and 33 minutes (93 minutes total).

When was When the Bough Breaks: A Documentary About Postpartum Depression released?

When the Bough Breaks: A Documentary About Postpartum Depression was released on March 14, 2017 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in When the Bough Breaks: A Documentary About Postpartum Depression?

The main cast of When the Bough Breaks: A Documentary About Postpartum Depression includes Brooke Shields, Tanya Newbould, Carnie Wilson.