An umbilical cord wrapped around a baby’s neck is a condition known as a nuchal cord. It happens more often than most expect and in many cases, it causes no…
When a baby is diagnosed with Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathy, it can turn what should be a joyful experience into something incredibly difficult. Suddenly, instead of planning for first steps and…
The first minutes after a baby is born are full of emotion and careful observation. Doctors closely monitor the baby's breathing, heart rate, skin color, and other signs to make…
The first few minutes after a baby is born are some of the most important. During this time, doctors assess the newborn's health and decide whether any immediate medical care…
Right after birth, doctors check how your baby is doing—and they start with the APGAR score. It’s a quick, five-part test to assess how well your newborn is adapting to…
Most parents don’t hear about the APGAR score until right after their baby arrives. A nurse or doctor mentions it —just a number on a chart that’s easy to miss…
In neurology, few things are more dangerous than a delay in treatment. This is especially true when it comes to progressive ventriculomegaly, a serious condition involving the swelling of the…
You trust your doctor and medical care team to assist you through your pregnancy and delivery so you can have a happy and healthy child. But doctors and nurses are…
Childbirth is an intricate process, and while modern medicine has significantly reduced the risks, complications can still arise. One such complication is the presence of a nuchal cord, where the…
Neonatal sepsis is a life-threatening condition that affects newborns, particularly within the first 28 days of life. This dangerous infection spreads through the bloodstream, triggering systemic inflammation and, if not…