Rh Incompatibility & Birth Trauma
When someone finds out they’re expecting a baby, it’s natural to wonder about what things they might have in common with their child. However, one thing they might not think about is whether or not there might be incompatibilities between the mother’s blood and the baby’s. But if there is an issue with Rh compatibility,
- Published in Birth Trauma
Is There a Difference Between Birth Injuries & Birth Defects?
When a child is born with an injury or birth condition, “birth injury” and “birth defect” are two terms that might be used interchangeably. But these are actually two different types of conditions with some important differences to be aware of. Birth Injuries vs. Birth Defects One key difference between a birth injury and a
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Polyhydramnios: Can Too Much Amniotic Fluid Be a Serious Issue?
Amniotic fluid plays a very important role in a baby’s health and development during pregnancy, helping the baby grow and move while also protecting it from being injured before birth. If levels of amniotic fluid aren’t where they should be, it can potentially cause complications. Oligohydramnios is a condition where amniotic fluid levels are too
- Published in Birth Trauma
What is NICU Malpractice?
There are many different reasons a newborn might need to spend time in a NICU after delivery. Very often, it’s because the baby was born prematurely, but it can also be because of medical conditions like jaundice, respiratory distress syndrome, infections, and hypoglycemia. The NICU is supposed to be a place where a baby with
- Published in Birth Trauma, Medical Malpractice
APGAR Scores & Birth Trauma
- Published in Birth Trauma
The Causes & Effects of True Knots in the Umbilical Cord
- Published in Birth Trauma, Medical Malpractice
Precipitous Labor: Causes & Complications
- Published in Birth Trauma
Blood Clots During Pregnancy & Birth Trauma
Blood clots happen to anyone, but there are a wide range of factors that can potentially increase a person’s risk of experiencing them. One of those risk factors is pregnancy or having recently given birth. Blood clots in the lungs are one of the most common causes of pregnancy-related deaths. According to the CDC, women
- Published in Birth Trauma
COVID & The Risk of Preeclampsia
Throughout any pregnancy, it’s critical for the mother’s medical condition to be carefully monitored by her doctor. There are a lot of things that need to be watched to make sure everything is progressing as expected and to detect signs of any potential complications. The sooner potential signs of complications are detected, the sooner they
- Published in Birth Trauma, Medical Malpractice
The Risks of Injuries During C-Sections
Over the years, births by cesarean section have become increasingly common. According to a report released by the CDC, 31.8% of all births in the United States in 2020 were through a C-section. In some cases, C-sections are planned, either due to the mother’s personal preferences or for reasons that were identified before labor began,
- Published in Birth Trauma, Medical Malpractice
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