The birth of a child should be a joyous occasion, filled with excitement. Tragically, though, all too often these hopes are dashed by medical malpractice, including that which results in cerebral palsy. This condition can leave your child with lifelong medical needs...
Birth Injuries
Birth trauma and injury to infants
Throughout human history, childbirth has been dangerous to mother and child, and it remains so today, even with modern medicine. According to UNICEF, a pregnant woman or newborn somewhere in the world dies every 11 seconds, mostly due to preventable causes. And these...
What expectant parents need to know about birth injuries
If you’re an expectant parent, then you’re probably excited to welcome your child into the world. And there’s a lot that goes into the process of preparing yourself for your child’s arrival. You’ll need to ready your house, talk to your other children about what to...
What causes cerebral palsy?
Cerebral palsy (CP) is a group of neurological disorders that affects a person’s ability to move and maintain balance and posture. It is estimated that around 1 in every 345 children in the United States has cerebral palsy. Cerebral palsy is caused by damage to the...
Did your child sustain brain injuries at birth?
Not many life experiences are as fulfilling as giving birth to a healthy little bundle of joy. Unfortunately, childbirth can also be a delicate exercise for both the mother and the child. Sometimes, simple errors during labor and birth can lead to serious injuries to...
Perinatal asphyxia can lead to permanent brain damage
Most pregnant women make a concerted effort to take good care of their health for the sake of their baby. They eat the right foods, take their prenatal vitamins and go to all scheduled doctor’s appointments. They check into the delivery room when labor starts...
What is Erb’s palsy?
We have made enormous strides in medicine over the past 100 years, but childbirth remains fraught with danger for mothers and their babies. Some injuries may be unavoidable, but others may be the result of carelessness on the part of medical professionals. One...
Learn more about these five common birth injuries
Expecting your first baby can be exciting and nerve-wracking all at once. You wait for months, anxiously awaiting the birth of a healthy baby. Unfortunately, all of this waiting can result in significant medical issues if your baby suffers a birth injury. Brachial...
Cerebral palsy and birth injury
The term "cerebral palsy" refers to a category of motor disorders that affect a person's ability to move, balance and maintain their posture. The disorders are the result of abnormal brain development, particularly after a lack of sufficient oxygen causes damage to...
What are the most common birth injuries and their causes?
Expecting a child is one of the most exciting and nerve-wracking times in people’s lives. For Pennsylvanians who are experiencing this, there are a seemingly endless serious of concerns that will go through their minds. Much of the worry centers around what life will...