Giving birth should be one of the most joyful moments in a parent’s life. It’s the moment you’ve waited for, imagined, and planned around. But when something feels off in the delivery room, and no one seems to notice or act, that joy can quickly turn into worry and heartbreak. Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathy, or HIE,…
When you’re in the delivery room, you expect the hospital staff to be focused, prepared, and fully available. It’s a moment filled with anticipation and vulnerability, where every decision and action can make a difference. But what if the nurses are juggling too many patients, or the doctor is stretched thin between deliveries? The reality…
A child’s birth should bring joy and excitement. When medical teams miss signs of fetal distress, that joy can turn to dread and anguish. Fetal distress often indicates the baby lacks enough oxygen during labor. If doctors don’t address the issue quickly, it can result in severe health issues like brain damage, cerebral palsy, or…
When a baby experiences a lack of oxygen during birth, the damage can be devastating and permanent. This condition, known as hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy, often requires fast and precise medical attention. One of the most effective treatments available is therapeutic hypothermia, which can minimize brain damage if started right away. Unfortunately, not every medical team…
Preterm labor—when labor begins before 37 weeks of pregnancy—is one of the leading causes of newborn complications and death. In many cases, doctors can manage the condition and prevent early delivery. But when warning signs are missed or treatment is delayed, the results can be devastating—and may point to medical negligence. This article covers the…
When complications happen during childbirth, they can leave lasting effects—not just on the newborn, but on the entire family. In the aftermath, it’s common to feel overwhelmed and unsure of what went wrong or what steps to take next. Questions start to surface: Was this avoidable? Could it have been prevented? And if so, who’s…
Bringing a child into the world should be a moment of joy—not one clouded by medical uncertainty or injury. One of the most serious threats during labor and delivery is fetal distress, a warning sign that a baby may not be getting enough oxygen. When recognized and treated promptly, fetal distress can often be managed…
When a baby suffers a lack of oxygen at birth—a condition known as Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE)—every second matters. One of the most effective treatments for minimizing brain damage is neonatal cooling therapy, a medical intervention that can drastically improve outcomes when used quickly and correctly. But when warning signs are missed, or hospitals fail to…
Birth injuries are always a concern for parents. There are dozens of birth injuries that can happen, but while many of them are preventable, they can still cause major suffering. One such birth injury is perinatal asphyxia, a condition where a baby doesn’t receive enough oxygen around the time of birth. Often, this lack of…
A safe delivery is a priority for all parents and for most medical care providers. And one of the most effective tools to reduce the risk of birth injuries and complications is electronic fetal monitoring. When properly implemented, this monitoring method can provide early detection of complications that threaten the health and safety of both…
