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The Final Countdown
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See how your time inside the womb has determined your destiny on the outside.
One of a Kind
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Learn how you became the unique individual you are.
The First 8 Weeks
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Follow the story of how, from one egg, you took on unmistakably human form in the womb.
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Discover the story of how you were made, from conception to the moment of birth.
Episode 3 Preview | The Final Countdown
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See how your time inside the womb has determined your destiny on the outside.
Episode 2 Preview | One of a Kind
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Learn how you became the unique individual you are.
Building a Body
2:53
Ectodermal Dysplasia can't stop this internationally recognized model.
The Gambia Longevity Study
2:36
An extraordinary 70-year-long study in longevity has shown some shocking results.
The Da Silva Family
2:35
A genetic mutation from generations ago causes half of this family to grow 6 fingers.
Jonny’s Story
2:02
A misfiring hormone long before birth can change gender later in life.
Making A Face
2:34
A baby's parents decide he will undergo surgery to repair a cleft lip.
The Risk Taker
2:46
A surfer's risk taking may be tied to testosterone exposure in the womb.
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