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She Said Her Baby Was Suffocating During Labor
When a mother shared her story about her baby’s birth, it was heart-wrenching. Her baby was born deep blue, silent, and lifeless. She described how the medical team rushed to force oxygen into her baby, later learning that her baby had suffered a brain injury...
Link Between Umbilical Cord Blood And Your Baby’s HIE Injury
When a baby is diagnosed with Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE), many parents are left with questions about how it happened and whether it could have been prevented. One important piece of this puzzle is umbilical cord blood gas analysis. This test provides...
How Hospitals Can Be Held Responsible for Some Baby HIE Injuries
When a baby is diagnosed with Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE), parents often wonder if the injury could have been prevented. In some cases, medical mistakes made during labor and delivery are to blame. Under certain circumstances, hospitals can be held...
Signs Your Baby’s HIE May Be Linked to Labor Complications?
When a baby is diagnosed with Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE), many parents wonder what went wrong. One possible cause is partial prolonged asphyxia, which happens when a baby doesn’t get enough oxygen during labor. This condition can develop over time...
Two Questions To Ask About Baby’s Brain Imaging After An HIE Diagnosis
When your baby is diagnosed with Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE), understanding what happened can feel overwhelming. Imaging tests performed shortly after birth can provide critical clues about the timing and cause of your baby’s brain injury. By focusing...
How Prolonged Labor During A Term Medical Induction Can Contribute To An HIE Brain Injury
When a baby suffers a Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE) brain injury, it’s often due to a lack of oxygen during birth. One possible cause of oxygen deprivation is prolonged labor, especially when it follows a medical induction. How prolonged labor during a...
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The Dangerous Link Between Excessive Contractions, HIE, And CP
When a baby is diagnosed with Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathy, or HIE, or cerebral palsy, CP, parents often wonder what went wrong during labor and delivery. One of the most concerning factors is the role of excessive contractions, a complication that, when not...
Hospitals Are Counting On You Not Knowing This After Your Baby’s HIE & CP Diagnosis
When a baby is diagnosed with Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE) or later develops Cerebral Palsy (CP), many families struggle with what to do next. A common belief is that unless a doctor or nurse meant to cause harm, there is no legal action to take. This...
High Uterine Pressure During Labor And The Risk Of HIE And CP Injuries
Monitoring uterine pressure during labor is a vital part of ensuring the safety of both mother and baby. When uterine resting pressures exceed 25 mmHg, it can reduce oxygen flow to the baby, increasing the risk of Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy, HIE, and...
Could Absent Heart Rate Variability Have Caused Your Baby’s HIE And Cerebral Palsy?
When your baby is diagnosed with Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE) or later with Cerebral Palsy (CP), it’s natural to ask what happened during labor. One important factor to consider is absent fetal heart rate variability, a warning sign that can point to...
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