Cerebral Palsy is a condition that is typically caused by brain damage before or during the birth process that can permanently affect a person’s physical and mental abilities. There are four types of Cerebral Palsy and Spastic is the most… Read More
Posts Tagged ‘birth injuries’
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Oxygen Deprivation & Birth Injuries
Though it is something we hope we never have to encounter when delivering a baby, birth injuries are always a possibility. It is always a good idea to be informed about these potential complications so that you are prepared just… Read More
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What You Need to Know About Newborn Jaundice
Jaundice refers to the discoloration of a newborn’s skin and eyes, causing them to turn a yellow color. This happens when a baby’s blood contains too much bilirubin, a pigment that is created when red blood cells break down. While… Read More
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Potential Birth Injuries That Can Result From a Cesarean Section
A Cesarean section, commonly known as a C-section, is a birth method that involves cutting the stomach open to deliver the baby. C-sections are happening more often now than they were before, although there has to be a valid reason… Read More
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What You Need to Know About Shoulder Dystocia
Unfortunately, birth injuries are a risk that come with every child delivery. We hope that we never have to experience this first hand, but it is good to still be informed of the possibilities. Shoulder Dystocia is one of the… Read More
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Potential Risks Of Vacuum Or Forceps Extractions
Ideally, during childbirth, the baby will reach the mother’s birth canal with no other force than pushing. However, sometimes the baby needs extra help and doctor’s can use a variety of different tools to assist in delivering, including a vacuum… Read More
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The Dangers Of Birth Asphyxia
Birth asphyxia is when a baby isn’t receiving enough oxygen during childbirth. If this isn’t addressed immediately, there could be some severe long term effects on the child. Ideally, you want to prevent oxygen deprivation altogether but sometimes, mistakes are… Read More
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What Is Kernicterus?
When people think of birth injuries, a lot of times Cerebral Palsy is what comes to mind, as it is one of the more talked about injures. However, there a variety of birth injuries that can occur if the doctor… Read More
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How Can Medical Malpractice Lead To Brain Injuries?
Brain injuries can be caused by so many different things including car accidents, a bad fall, and sport injuries. These are things that are typically accidental and provide no reason to bring on a lawsuit. However, in some cases, your… Read More
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What Is Shoulder Dystocia?
Giving birth is an exciting and scary process to go through. The last thing we want to think about is possible complications, but unfortunately birth injuries occur more commonly than they should. Shoulder Dystocia is one common injury that can… Read More