Birth Injury

Each year, the March of Dimes hands out report cards to every state in the country regarding maternal and infant health. This year, for the first time, they are including maternal mortality, leading causes of infant death, and risk factors for preterm birth. Washington, DC has scored a C- on the report card this year,…

Allyson Felix, renowned Olympic sprinter, recently shared her personal experience in an interview with Meet the Press, shedding light on the significant risks Black mothers face during pregnancy. Felix expressed her surprise at being at risk and emphasized the importance of being informed about potential complications, particularly preeclampsia, a condition she was unfamiliar with. Despite…

Having a baby should be an exciting time for a mother. While many babies are delivered without a problem, there are also many instances where there is a problem or issue during the pregnancy, leading to an early delivery. Having a preterm birth is a scary time, as it can be dangerous for the baby.…

Cerebral palsy (CP) is a condition that can affect a person for the rest of their life. While the condition itself will not worsen, the symptoms and risks associated with this disorder can become worse over time, causing individuals to develop long-term complications. As a result, many children with cerebral palsy may experience chronic pain,…

A soon-to-be-mother thinks about what the birth of her child will be like throughout her entire pregnancy. No matter how many stories she hears or videos she watches, she knows it’s one of those things that you have to experience to really know how it’s going to work. Babies just aren’t predictable. Still, she knows…

The first descriptor that pops up when we look at stories about Tori Bowie is that she was an Olympian. Then, those stories  mention that she took the gold medal in Rio. Then, they say she died from complications of childbirth. The Associate Medical Examiner in Orange County labeled her death as “natural causes… citing…

During labor and delivery, traumatic events can occur that may lead to serious consequences for both the mother and the baby. One specific complication that can arise is shoulder dystocia, where the baby’s shoulders become lodged during delivery. This can be a distressing and dangerous situation, potentially resulting in significant injuries. Unfortunately, medical negligence can…