While every stage of pregnancy carries risk, mothers and babies are especially vulnerable during labor and delivery. One of the most common causes of infant mortality or severe impairment in the U.S. is hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy. HIE is a potentially fatal type...
How long do you have to file a birth injury claim?
For many parents, it is unfathomable to think about filing a legal claim for the birth of their children. Yet, for parents with children with severe and costly disabilities — disabilities that the mother’s doctor and her medical team could have prevented — a medical...
Could early detection have prevented a congenital anomaly?
Congenital anomalies are the fourth leading cause of infant death across the globe. They account for approximately 295,000 infant deaths within 28 days of birth each year. If your family experienced the loss of a newborn due to an undetected congenital anomaly, you...
What causes birth injuries in babies?
Sometimes the birthing process can cause physical injuries to babies. Typically, this type of damage is due to the natural forces of delivery creating physical pressure on babies' heads through the birth canal. The National Healthcare Quality Report states that about...
What pregnant mothers need to know about Erb’s palsy
A difficult birth may result from any one of a number of conditions, some of which your doctor should find ahead of time. Whether or not your doctor has prepared for the issue, once your baby is in the birth canal, a new danger may surface. Erb's palsy, or brachial...
Forceps deliveries may cause birth injuries
In some cases, you may need assistance during vaginal birth in the form of a forceps delivery. In this type of delivery, doctors use forceps to help direct your baby's head out of the vaginal canal. This may happen in instances where pushing is not helping to progress...
What causes brachial plexus in newborns?
Starting or growing your family is an exciting experience. Having that moment negatively impacted by birth injuries can feel devastating. It turns joy into concern because you feel worried about your baby’s current pain and potential future. If your baby has a...
When doctors fail to act, patients can pay the price
Pregnancy can be an incredible experience, but it can also be stressful and worrisome. If there are concerns about a baby's growth or health, identifying potential issues as soon as possible is crucial. If doctors fail to act quickly and make proper recommendations,...
What possible injuries may occur during a forceps delivery?
Many expectant mothers may be unaware of the various medical procedures that can happen during birth. One way is through the use of forceps, which are metal tongs that allow better passage of your baby's head through the birth canal. Although using these devices can...
What are the causes of birth asphyxia?
One issue that has to be monitored closely is a child's oxygen and blood flow in the womb. If the blood flow is cut off or the child is not getting enough oxygen, then they could suffer injuries from birth asphyxia. Birth asphyxia is not always a result of medical...
