Jan 1, 2021 \ Birth Injuries
Pregnancy involves many changes for both the mother and developing baby. One complication that can arise is polyhydramnios, a condition involving an excessive amount of amniotic fluid. While mild cases may cause few problems, severe cases can increase the risk of complications during pregnancy and delivery. Polyhydramnios is not itself a birth injury. However, if […]
Jan 1, 2021 \ Birth Injuries
Bringing a new baby into the world is a life-changing moment. However, that moment can become fraught with panic and uncertainty when a preventable complication causes a birth injury or death to the child. Keep reading to learn what parents should know about infant mortality and birth injuries in Georgia. Georgia’s Infant Mortality Rate Is […]
Jan 1, 2021 \ Birth Injuries
An Apgar score is a quick assessment of a newborn’s condition shortly after birth. Doctors, nurses, or other medical professionals typically evaluate the baby at one minute and five minutes after delivery. The score helps the medical team see how well the baby is adjusting after birth and whether the baby needs additional care. For […]
Jan 1, 2021 \ Birth Injuries
Amniotic fluid plays an important role during pregnancy. It surrounds the baby inside the amniotic sac and helps protect the baby as they grow. The fluid also gives the baby room to move and supports healthy development. Sometimes, the amniotic sac can break before labor begins. This may cause fluid to leak from the vagina. […]
Jan 1, 2021 \ Birth Injuries
Pitocin is commonly administered during labor to induce contractions or strengthen contractions that are not effectively advancing delivery. When used appropriately and carefully monitored, it can help facilitate a safe birth. However, excessive doses or an inadequate response to complications may cause contractions that are too strong or too frequent. These abnormal contractions can interfere […]
Jan 1, 2021 \ Birth Injuries
Hearing medical terms like birth asphyxia and hypoxia can be overwhelming, especially when your child has suffered a birth injury. While these terms are closely related, they do not mean the same thing. Understanding the difference can help parents better understand a diagnosis, communicate with healthcare providers, and recognize when medical negligence may have played […]
Jan 1, 2021 \ Birth Injuries
Few moments in life are as joyful as welcoming a new child into the world. Parents spend months preparing for the arrival of a new baby. When a child is born with a medical condition or suffers complications during birth, families are often left searching for answers. One of the most common sources of confusion […]
Jan 1, 2021 \ Birth Injuries
The birth of a child is an exciting moment, but it can also involve physical stress on both the mother and baby. During labor and delivery, a newborn’s head is subjected to significant pressure as it passes through the birth canal. In some cases, this pressure causes a condition known as caput succedaneum, a temporary […]
Jan 1, 2021 \ Birth Injuries
The birth of a child should be one of the happiest moments of your life. Parents trust doctors and medical professionals to provide care throughout pregnancy, labor, and delivery. Most of the time, that trust is well placed. However, when medical mistakes occur during childbirth, the results can be tragic. Some birth injuries result from […]
Jan 1, 2021 \ Birth Injuries
The birth of a child is one of the most important events in a parent’s life, and, understandably, many families in Georgia want to record it on video as a result. However, hospitals sometimes prohibit filming during the labor and delivery process. You might assume this is a decision the hospital has no right to […]
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