Risk Factors
Preemie Outcomes in New York: Survival Rates, NICU Complications, and When Prematurity May Signal a Birth Injury
When your baby arrives before 37 weeks of pregnancy, you may hear medical staff use the term preemie. This word…
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Your Premature Baby’s Nutrition Needs After Birth Complications
When your baby arrives early, one of the most important questions you’ll face is how to meet their unique nutritional…
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How to Care for a Premature Baby After NICU Discharge: Feeding, Monitoring, and What to Watch For
Bringing a premature baby home from the hospital can feel overwhelming. Parents often wonder how to feed, monitor, and care…
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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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