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A Second Opinion Regarding A Baby’s HIE Diagnosis
A second opinion regarding a baby's HIE diagnosis can be extremely helpful and insightful for a family looking for answers. In discussing this today, the focus will be on how we see second opinions in the context of birth injury investigations for families, and...
HIE Birth Injury Signs?
Today I am going to discuss a follow up to a post I recently did explaining from a medical legal standpoint the impact of a baby being blue at birth. HIE birth injury signs, especially following birth, can encompass many things. Parents new to the HIE journey...
What If Baby Is Blue At Birth?
So, the question is what if your baby is blue at birth? This question comes in the context of babies being diagnosed with the traumatic brain injury HIE. Below we will go into more depth as to HIE, but for now, we will focus on what may be a possible reason as...
Questions As To Cause Of A Baby’s HIE Brain Injury?
In the context of a baby suffering a traumatic brain injury like HIE, in some instances, parents will have a lot of questions as to the cause of a baby's HIE brain injury. These questions can range from will my baby survive, to how did this even happen...
The Emotional Toll On Parents After Their Baby’s HIE Birth Injury
For today's post we will discuss the emotional toll on parents after their baby's HIE birth injury. This post is in the context of parents speaking with us about doing a birth injury investigation as to the cause of their baby's traumatic brain injury. With...
Did Umbilical Cord Compression Cause Your Baby’s HIE Brain Injury?
Did umbilical cord compression cause your baby's HIE brain injury? This question is one that was posed to us following my previous post. Once a baby suffers an HIE brain injury it is normal for parents to start asking questions as to how something like this...
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Cooling Therapy For Babies With HIE: What Parents Need to Know
When your baby is diagnosed with Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE) at birth, doctors may recommend cooling therapy as part of the treatment plan. Cooling therapy for babies with HIE, what parents need to know, will help guide you through how this treatment...
Uterine Tachysystole: A Hidden Danger To Mothers And Babies That Can Lead To HIE
When expecting a baby, most parents focus on a safe and healthy delivery. However, there are some lesser-known conditions that can pose serious risks to both mother and baby. One of these is uterine tachysystole, a condition that occurs when contractions happen...
Prolonged Labor Risks And HIE Brain Injuries In Babies
When a mother’s labor extends beyond a typical time frame, the dangers of prolonged labor can become significant. Prolonged labor is often defined as labor lasting more than 20 hours for first-time mothers and more than 14 hours for women who have had prior...
What Happens When the NICU Says Your Baby Needs Oxygen Support: Could It Be HIE?
Hearing that your baby needs oxygen support in the NICU can be overwhelming. For many parents, this moment sparks questions and concerns about their baby's health. One possible reason for oxygen support could be Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE), a brain...
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