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Epidurals offer the promise of a less painful, more manageable labor experience. But an epidural gone wrong can have the opposite outcome. How is an epidural supposed to work? What happens when it doesn’t work, or a doctor administers it the wrong way? Stay with us for the answers to those questions and more….

Filing a birth injury claim is a complex legal process. It’s much like navigating a maze while wearing a blindfold. Sure, childbirth injury settlements are often in the millions of dollars. But the road to obtaining them is paved with potholes—and traps set by insurance companies who will do anything to avoid a payout. …

“I’m sorry.” Those two words, when said sincerely, mean the world to patients whose lives have been turned upside down by surgical malpractice. But they’re seldom heard in hospitals. Rather, many surgeons and hospitals tend to take the approach of denying wrongdoing at all costs. But denying any liability can actually cost them more. Stay…

Finding out that “something” is wrong with your baby can be soul-crushing. But giving that “something” a name may revive your hope because it means your baby can get proper treatment.  Have you ever thought your baby’s symptoms might actually be early signs of cerebral palsy? Or maybe doctors have mentioned it as a…

If a product you use regularly could cause cancer, you’d want to know, right? Well, here it is. Certain relaxers may cause cancer. And their manufacturers don’t want you to know it.  Below, we’ll reveal why some hair-relaxing products aren’t safe. Also, we’ll provide a list of hair relaxer brands that are or have…

Could a doctor’s mistake be the cause of HIE in your newborn? It’s a dreadful thought. But it’s even more dreadful to think that someone made a grave mistake and got away with it. What causes HIE, and how could negligence play a part? Stay with us to find out.  What is HIE? HIE…

Imagine this: a famous electric guitarist is about to strum the final notes of a concert. But all of a sudden, someone rips the plug out of his instrument. Placental abruption during labor is somewhat like that. But its consequences can be much more devastating than a ruined concert finale.  Below, we’ll discuss what…

When your baby is in the NICU, it can feel like your parental rights are stripped away. You can’t take her home or hold her in your arms whenever the urge strikes. You may not even be able to feed, bathe, or clothe her. This can leave you wondering, ”What are my rights as…

In December 2001, Tatia Oden French entered the hospital to get induced because she was overdue. Neither she nor her baby ever left. Sadly, they lost their lives after a Cytotec induction.  In Tatia’s case, this controversial drug caused uterine hyperstimulation and an amniotic fluid embolism (AFE). Their trauma was so severe that both…

Meconium is the first of many not-so-delightful “presents” you’ll get from your newborn. While its appearance is alarming, it’s harmless. Except when it’s released too early, in utero. A newborn can develop meconium aspiration complications from inhaling this dark, sticky substance. While uncommon, these complications are often serious.  What is Meconium Aspiration Syndrome? Meconium…