Cerebral palsy is a neurological disorder that affects an individual’s muscle coordination, mobility, balance and learning. The severity of the symptoms vary from person to person, and often occur as a result of a birth injury to the brain. What Causes Cerebral...
The brachial plexus is a network of motor and sensory nerves connecting the spinal cord with the shoulder, arm and hand. During childbirth, brachial plexus injuries can occur when a baby is too large to pass easily through the mother’s pelvis, or in a breech position....
High-risk pregnancies occur when the mother or baby has a higher-than-normal chance of a negative outcome following pregnancy or delivery. There are many conditions that can cause a pregnancy to be labeled “high-risk,” such as: • ...
Trauma is defined as an emotional shock following a stressful event or injury that can cause long-term mental health issues, such as panic or anxiety disorders. Any trauma experienced has the potential to permanently alter your brain chemistry, and affect how your...
Birth Injury Guide No matter how long parents spend preparing their birth plans, reading pregnancy books and preparing their hospital bags with everything they might need, sometimes during delivery unforeseen complications can arise. A particularly difficult labor or...
