Risk Factors
What Causes HIE in Newborns and What Labor and Delivery Risk Factors Indicate Negligence
Hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy, more commonly referred to as HIE, is one of the most serious complications that can happen to a…
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What Are the Racial Disparities in Birth Outcomes Across America?
Racial and ethnic disparities in birth outcomes represent some of the most significant and persistent health inequities in the United…
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Understanding Electronic Fetal Monitoring Risks During Labor and Delivery
Electronic fetal monitoring (EFM) has become a standard part of labor and delivery in many hospitals across the United States.…
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What Are the Risk Factors for Necrotizing Enterocolitis (NEC) in Newborns?
Necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) is a devastating intestinal condition that primarily affects premature and low birthweight infants. This life-threatening disorder causes…
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Understanding HIV/AIDS in Pregnancy and Birth Defect Risks
When you receive an HIV diagnosis during pregnancy, or you’re already living with HIV and planning to become pregnant, concerns…
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What Makes You High-Risk in Pregnancy?
When your doctor mentions “high-risk pregnancy,” it can feel overwhelming. But understanding what this actually means can help you feel…
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Birth Injuries That Can Happen During Breech Deliveries
When a baby is positioned with their feet or bottom down instead of head-first, it’s called a breech presentation. This…
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What is Marginal Cord Insertion and How Does It Affect Pregnancy?
Marginal cord insertion is a condition where the umbilical cord attaches to the edge of the placenta instead of the…
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Yeast Infections During Pregnancy
If you’re pregnant and experiencing intense itching, burning, or unusual discharge, you’re not alone. Yeast infections become significantly more common…
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Hyperthyroidism During Pregnancy and Its Effects on Mother and Baby
When your thyroid gland produces too much thyroid hormone during pregnancy, it creates a condition called hyperthyroidism. While this affects…
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