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Blue isn’t a normal color for skin. But that was Baby Sophie’s hue shortly after she was born. Because of birth asphyxia, Sophie was born blue and unresponsive. At some point during delivery, she didn’t get enough oxygen.  Below, we’ll share more of Sophie’s story, and provide helpful information about newborn asphyxia: its causes,…

While navigating a highway, you don’t want to miss the signs for your exit. Doing so could turn your 10 minute trip into a 30 minute one! Likewise, there are consequences for missing the signs of umbilical cord problems in pregnancy. But these can be much worse than an inconvenient detour.  Here, our experienced…

Hypoxic brain injury symptoms in babies are often more like silent signals than blaring sirens. The cues may be small, but the implications of them are enormous. That’s why it’s so important for both doctors and parents to know how to spot them.  Missing the signs can mean missing out on early treatment. This…

Losing your loved one to childbirth is like being swept away by a tidal wave. The damage is catastrophic, and recovery is difficult. In cases where death resulted from negligence, maternal mortality lawyers can help families gain the resources they need to rebuild their lives.   It may surprise you to learn that medical negligence…

Signs of cerebral palsy in babies are like fireflies at dusk. They’re subtle and can be seen better as time goes on.  This is why many children don’t get their cerebral palsy (CP) diagnosis until later. But later isn’t greater—early intervention is paramount for a child with CP to thrive. Knowing the signs of…

Blooper reels are hilarious. But if there’s one time you want zero bloopers, it’s during childbirth. But statistics show birth accidents do happen. In fact, there are about 1.9 birth accidents per 1,000 births. And they’re no laughing matter. Injuries during childbirth can lead to lifelong health conditions. What is a Birth Accident? A…

Cerebral palsy and muscular dystrophy are both disorders that affect muscle function. So it can be easy to confuse them. But are there two sides to the same coin? Not at all. It’s important to know the differences, which we’ll outline for you below. So keep reading to learn more about the differences between cerebral…

Changing your car’s oil is an easy task. But skipping it can have major consequences. The same goes for jaundice. Treatment is simple when it’s caught early. However, untreated jaundice can cause devastating health problems. In this article, we’ll explain what happens if jaundice goes untreated in newborns. What is Jaundice? Jaundice occurs when…

Every great adventure in life comes with risks–including childbirth. That’s what Erica Berg took away from her encounter with one of the most dangerous childbirth complications to exist. Erica experienced uterine rupture, a life-threatening delivery complication.  Thankfully, both Erica and her baby escaped unscathed from the ordeal. But some mothers and babies aren’t so…

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 information…