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Parents of babies with cerebral palsy (CP) often wonder how their children will manage daily tasks like walking, holding a fork, or brushing their teeth. Since CP is a movement disorder, those challenges are par for the course.  But parents also worry about broader concerns: How will their children perform in school? Does cerebral…

The word “nurse” means to nurture someone or something. So “negligent nurse” seems like a paradox!   We put a lot of trust in nurses. We expect them to be vigilant, compassionate, and responsive to our needs. Most nurses don’t betray our trust. But malpractice in nursing does happen– more often than you might think….

Just one medical error can make a person’s future fade away in an instant. Negligence in healthcare is shattering lives in our country—medical errors are one of the leading causes of death in the United States.  Why should families have to grapple with unbearable loss, just because a nurse didn’t read the label on…

Your doctor’s probably high on your list of people you hope “have your back”. Especially when they’re performing a procedure on your back or spine! The spine is a delicate area, and if a doctor isn’t careful, bacteria can get in and cause a dangerous spinal epidural abscess.  In this article, we’ll discuss: What…

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…

Have you ever seen a baby pull her feet up close to her face? Most adults wouldn’t even think of attempting a stunt like that. But babies do it all the time. They’re very flexible! However, hypertonic infants, or a baby with stiff baby syndrome, can’t do this adorable trick. And their parents find themselves…

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…