Where you give birth is an important factor when planning for your baby. Nearly 99 percent of deliveries occur in hospitals. But more mothers are using alternative options. These include giving birth at home or in a birthing center, which the American College of Obstetricians…
Birth injuries can cause permanent physical and emotional trauma. One rare but devastating injury is a brachial plexus birth injury, but there is promising news.
CooperSurgical, the pharmaceutical company behind the Paragard intrauterine device (IUD) has announced a new insertion process. The inserter, approved by the Food and Drug Administration earlier this year, has a
The journey to parenthood is one of hope, preparation, and perseverance. While most deliveries lead to healthy outcomes, some births result in injuries caused by preventable mistakes. When a birth injury occurs, it can leave families grappling with emotional, physical, and financial challenges. If y
For women who choose to utilize birth control methods, there are a variety of options available. They range from injectable shots, IUD devices, implants, the pill, and more. Some options
By some estimates, for every 1,000 babies born in the United States, there are six to eight babies who suffer a birth injury during the process. While many infants overcome birth injuries, others are left with permanent ones requiring families to face not only emotional…
A new Florida law signed by Governor Ron DeSantis gives women who need a cesarean section another option besides having the surgery performed in a hospital.
An anti-seizure medication (ASM) can have positive effects on individuals dealing with various conditions, such as epilepsy, migraines, and mood disorders. However, along with the benefits of these drug treatments,
Having a baby should be an exciting and joyful time, but when a birth injury causes cerebral palsy (CP), the lives of the child and parents are forever changed. The costs and emotional impact of caring for a child with the condition can be overwhelming…
Great trust is placed in the hands of the medical professionals involved in the birth of your baby, but sometimes, mistakes are made, and medical providers fail to provide the standard of care they should.
A Bravo reality television star’s experience with Stevens-Johnson syndrome (SJS) is shining light on the rare condition, which can be fatal in severe cases. Kyle Viljoen, a former cast
