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Infant Brain Damage Symptoms

When you’re a new parent, there’s a lot to think about: diaper changes, midnight feedings, and figuring out how to survive on three hours of sleep. But one thing no parent wants to worry about is infant brain damage. It’s a scary thought, but understanding infant brain damage symptoms will help you get the right…

What Causes Cerebral Palsy During Pregnancy?

What if your baby’s brain could send you a message while it was still developing? It might say, “Hey, things are a bit off in here!” That’s kind of what happens with cerebral palsy (CP), but without the message—and unfortunately, without the option to hit “restart.” CP affects movement and muscle control, often because something…

Common Medical Negligence Examples

You don’t go to a gym to get weak. Or to a restaurant to leave hungry. In the same way, you certainly don’t go to a hospital to get sick. But sometimes, going to the hospital can leave you worse for the wear—if you’re a victim of medical negligence. Medical negligence is a major issue in…

Marginal Cord Insertion Risks and Complications

Marginal cord insertion is one of those lesser-known terms that might make you raise an eyebrow. But understanding it is important, especially if you or a family member is pregnant. In this post, we’ll break it down and explore the marginal cord insertion risks and complications, as well as how it’s diagnosed and treated. Plus,…

Stages of Sepsis: What You Need to Know

“Sepsis” sounds like a villain from a superhero movie. In a way, it is. It’s a life-threatening condition where your body’s immune system goes haywire while trying to fight an infection. Sepsis is a serious medical emergency. So it’s important to understand the stages of sepsis to catch it early and avoid serious complications. We’ll…

Can Cerebral Palsy Be Detected Before Birth?

When your child has a lifelong condition like cerebral palsy, you want to know as soon as possible. So you might wonder, “Can cerebral palsy be detected before birth?” The answer is complicated. The American Pregnancy Association says about 70% of cerebral palsy cases develop from events that happen before birth. But there’s no pre-birth…