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Amniotic fluid embolism is one of the most fatal birth complications, but thankfully it’s rare. Even so, women shouldn’t be kept in the dark about the risks of an AFE birth. Below we’ll give you an overview of this dangerous condition, and share AFE survival rate information. We’ll also discuss why mishandling AFE is a…
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When doctors diagnosed Betsy’s son Max with neonatal encephalopathy, she felt the walls closing in on her. As she stared at her baby’s tiny swollen face, she was overwhelmed with worry. What would Max’s life be like if he pulled through? Would it be a life full of suffering and pain? Fortunately for Max and…
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Doctors have long been searching for ways to prevent preterm birth. But right now, they don’t fully understand why it happens. So there isn’t one 100% reliable method of preventing or stopping it. Some doctors administer magnesium for preterm labor. But how effective is it? Can magnesium delay labor, or even stop it altogether? We’ll…
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You experienced a difficult delivery. Now doctors are hinting that something’s wrong with your baby. Could your child have a brain injury from birth? Doctors won’t confirm or deny your suspicions. This is a frustrating predicament. But diagnosing a brain injury can take time. Not all infants have symptoms at first. Or, their symptoms are…
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Imagine sitting down to a delicious bowl of soup. You’re excited to dig in, but your hand shakes too much to bring the spoon to your mouth. Or you grab your shoelaces to tie them, but they slip away as if coated with butter. This is the reality for some individuals who live with ataxic…
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It’s amazing how a mother’s body makes room for a growing fetus. But leaving her body can be a challenge, especially in the case of a CPD birth (Cephalopelvic Disproportion birth). We’ll tell you all about this birth complication below. What is Cephalopelvic Disproportion (CPD)? Cephalopelvic Disproportion is the medical term for a mismatch between…
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Long before adding up numbers at school, a baby’s brain adds cells and neurons as it develops in the womb. Gestation is a crucial time for brain development. For many children, the process continues without a hitch. But sometimes things go awry during delivery, causing brain damage at birth. In this article, we’ll answer the…
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Did you know HIE is one of the top birth injuries associated with medical malpractice? It’s awful to think that a trusted doctor could injure a baby with their negligent actions. But it happens. They say that knowledge is power. But doctors probably won’t talk to you about HIE and other potential consequences of a…
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Welcoming a baby into the family is life-altering in the best of ways. But when that welcoming involves a forceps birth injury, it can become life-altering in the worst way. In emergencies, there can be little time for doctors to explain the risks of using forceps. That’s why it’s important to be aware of potential…
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Your baby’s birth injury has turned your world upside down. A thousand questions flood your brain. Now you’re considering pursuing a birth injury claim. But where do you begin? As leaders in birth injury litigation, we know this process can be overwhelming. So let’s dive into the basics of birth injury claims. What is a…
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