Posted on April 27th, 2020 by Elizabeth
Many women who have given birth by Cesarean section are delighted to discover that they might qualify for a vaginal birth with their next child. The desire to have this kind of birth is not the only requirement though. Is a vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC) medically right for you? And, most of all, does […]
Posted on May 9th, 2019 by Gerald Thurswell
The birth of a child should be one of the most joyous moments of a young couple’s life. Sadly, that is not always the case. The injuries that a mother suffers during birth can result in dramatic life changes—not only for the newborn baby but also for the baby’s parents. When a medical mistake is […]
Posted on November 16th, 2018 by Elizabeth
When the developing brain is damaged or develops abnormally, it can cause cerebral palsy (CP). This irreversible condition affects a child’s ability to control his or her muscles. Scientists believe that cerebral palsy can have congenital causes or be the result of brain damage. Knowing whether your child’s CP was preventable or not is critical […]
Posted on October 19th, 2018 by Elizabeth
Parents of children with cerebral palsy are no different than any other parent: They only want the best for their child. But parents of children with CP are different from other parents because they know their child faces a unique set of challenges. Athletes like Justin Gallegos show that while every person with cerebral palsy […]
Posted on October 5th, 2018 by Elizabeth
Cerebral palsy is the result of a preventable birth injury. The family that has a child with cerebral palsy is not prepared for the financial challenges that come with having a child with special needs, let alone the physical, mental, and emotional struggles that must be faced on a daily basis.
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