Birth asphyxia occurs when a baby’s brain is deprived of oxygen shortly before, during, or after birth. This may be due to an interruption in the transportation of oxygenated blood from a mother to her unborn baby, an issue with blood circulation within the baby’s body, or (if it happens after birth) an airway blockage....
The Birth Injury Blog
Exercise may protect babies from the harmful effects of preeclampsia & high blood pressure, both of which can cause birth injuries if mismanaged Preeclampsia and high blood pressure during pregnancy are very serious conditions that, if mismanaged, can cause a baby to have brain damage and birth injuries such as cerebral palsy. High blood...
A recent study conducted by Kaiser Permanente Southern California reveals a link between hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy (HIE) and ADHD....
Developmental delays occur in about 10% of infant through preschool-aged children. Unfortunately, in many cases, the delays are due to preventable injuries and medical errors during pregnancy, labor and delivery....
Learn the facts of this very serious infection and why it is critical for every pregnant woman to be tested for group B strep....