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You’d spare no expense for your little one. But for many parents, NICU costs go far beyond their financial possibilities. In 2023, NICU costs average anywhere from $3,000 to $20,000 per day. Why is the NICU cost per day so high? How can parents possibly foot the bill? Keep reading to learn more from…

If a scuba diver’s oxygen tank malfunctions, they could get stranded without air far beneath the ocean’s surface. It’s a dire situation, comparable to a baby’s plight when experiencing a lack of oxygen at birth.  Babies rely on oxygen delivered through the placenta from the mother’s bloodstream. If something “malfunctions” and cuts off the…

Detecting an intracranial hemorrhage in a newborn isn’t as simple as looking for a scrape or cut. But subtle signs of brain bleed in a baby can signal this critical condition. Are you aware of what to watch for? Let’s delve into the essential indicators and information you need to know to ensure your…

Today, if you asked Lauren Strobel, “Can a baby recover from brain damage?” she’d respond with a resounding “Yes.” When she was born, she had no heartbeat. She wasn’t breathing. Doctors were able to revive her, but she had severe brain activity issues. Initially, her prognosis was poor, with little brain activity and no…

Imagine having a foolproof “Do’s and Don’ts” list to ensure your baby is born in perfect health. This guide could help eliminate cerebral palsy risk factors, ensuring your newborn is not affected by CP. But we know life doesn’t work that way. Life is full of surprises! Oftentimes, doctors themselves are surprised when a…

When a baby overstays his welcome in the womb, doctors might suggest a Pitocin induction to help him change addresses. But sometimes, Pitocin risks outweigh any potential benefits.  Knowing the benefits and risks of Pitocin induction can help you make an educated decision before you agree to it. Below, we’ll explain the various pros…

HIE stands for hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy. It’s a brain condition that occurs in 3-20 per 1000 live births, according to UF Health.  Below, we’ll dive into what could cause an HIE diagnosis at birth, plus symptoms and prognosis for this condition.  What is HIE in Newborns? Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE) in newborns is a serious condition…

Determining the causes of birth injuries is something like a game of Clue. Each piece of evidence leads to a potential culprit. Medical professionals must put their magnifying glasses on all the circumstances surrounding birth to uncover the sequence of events that may have contributed to the injury. Could medical negligence be the missing…

With all its types, categories, and subcategories, you might compare cerebral palsy to a set of nesting dolls. There’s the outermost doll—cerebral palsy itself. Inside is one of the five major types of cerebral palsy. That’s followed by a subcategory, and finally, the smallest doll—the unique symptoms and needs of a particular person. There…

“Spastic hemiplegia cerebral palsy” might sound like a mouthful. But it’s actually not too complicated once you break it down. Cerebral palsy is a condition that affects how your body moves. It usually occurs because something goes awry in the brain while it’s still developing before a baby is born.  “Spastic hemiplegia” is a…