Baby Arching Its Back & Crying?
Baby Arching Back & Crying: Should I be Worried? My baby is crying with an arched back – should I be worried? Here’s the short answer. In many if not most cases, a crying baby is normal. Even with an arched back? Yes. Your baby could be uncomfortable, but that’s not necessarily a big problem.…
Birth Injuries
Doctor-Patient Confidentiality Law – What To Know
It feels awful when someone shares your secrets. You might even wish they were thrown in jail for breaking your trust. But being a tattle-tale isn’t against the law. Unless… you’re a doctor. Doctor-patient confidentiality law prohibits physicians from sharing a patient’s medical history. Read all about this important law below. What Is Doctor-Patient Confidentiality?…
Medical Malpractice
Internal Bleeding After C-section: A Consequence of Malpractice?
Some blood loss after a Cesarean section is normal. Severe internal bleeding after C-section is not. This dangerous condition occurs in 1 to 5 in 100 women who give birth (March of Dimes). What causes a woman to lose so much blood after a C-section? Could it be a doctor’s fault? Stay with us to…
Birth Injuries, Pregancy-Related Injuries
Fetal Distress Signs: A Warning You Can’t Ignore
Every mother hopes for a smooth pregnancy and delivery. But sometimes, unpreventable (or preventable) circumstances put mother and baby in for a bumpy ride. Fetal distress signs are the “red flags” that alert mothers and doctors that a baby’s in trouble. Catching and treating them on time can save a baby’s life. What is Fetal…
Birth Injuries
Choosing The Right Medical Malpractice Lawyer
Doctors, surgeons, nurses, radiologists – they’re who we turn to when we need healthcare. And whether you’ve researched the best doctor in town or go in for an emergency, you’re promised a certain standard of care. But what happens when your care provider doesn’t uphold their end and provide you with that standard of care?…
Medical Malpractice
Most Common Birth Complications
Happy Birthday! Unfortunately, not all birthdays are happy. Namely, the birthdays of infants who suffer from birth complications. For parents, finding out something’s wrong during delivery can turn a day meant for celebration into a day of intense stress, or even sadness. What are some of the most common birth complications? Keep reading to find…