Birth Complications
Should My Doctor Have Done a C-Section Instead of Using Forceps?
A doctor may choose forceps instead of a C-section when vaginal delivery appears close, the baby is low enough in…
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Can Prolonged Labor Cause Birth Injuries? What Parents Should Know
Prolonged labor can cause birth injuries when a baby is exposed to ongoing stress, reduced oxygen, fetal distress, or a…
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Why My Baby Isn’t Moving One Side of Their Face
Learn what facial asymmetry in babies can mean, which causes are temporary, and when symptoms may point to a birth…
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What Happens When Preterm Birth Complications Aren’t Caught in Time
When a baby arrives before 37 weeks of pregnancy, every hour matters. Preterm birth affects roughly 1 in 10 babies…
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What Those Heart Rate Drops During Labor Actually Meant
When you’re in labor, one of the most constant sounds in the room is that rhythmic whooshing from the fetal…
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What It Means When Your Baby’s Collarbone Broke During Birth
Finding out your newborn has a broken collarbone can be frightening. You’ve just been through labor and delivery, and now…
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Why My Baby’s Head Is Misshapen or Has a Soft Bulge
Discovering that your newborn’s head doesn’t look quite like you expected can trigger immediate concern. Perhaps you’ve noticed a flat…
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How Do You Know If Something Went Wrong During Your C-Section
The hours and days following a C-section can feel like a blur. You’re recovering from major surgery while trying to…
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What Parents Need to Know About NICU Costs and Birth Complications in NY
Learn what parents need to know about NICU costs and birth complications in New York, including expenses, common causes, and…
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Signs of Nerve Damage from an Epidural
Epidural anesthesia is one of the most common forms of pain relief during labor, used in approximately 70% of hospital…
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