What Are the Most Dangerous Childbirth Complications?
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 lucky.…
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Epidural Gone Wrong: When Pain Relief Takes a Painful Turn
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. What…
Birth Injuries
How Do I File a Birth Injury Claim?
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. What…
Birth Injuries
What Do Surgeons Say When They Mess Up?
“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 with…
Medical Malpractice
Early Signs of Cerebral Palsy: At What Age is CP Diagnosed?
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 possible…
Birth Injuries
Which Hair Relaxers Cause Cancer?
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 been…
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