Monthly Archives: September 2014

Easy Steps To Help Expectant Mothers Prevent Birth Injuries

Birth injuries occur for a multitude of reasons and can affect both the baby and the mother. Some birth injuries are unexpected and cannot be prevented. However, there are some steps that expectant mothers can take to reduce the risk of their baby being injured during delivery. Smoking during pregnancy...
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Rare Birth Injuries

Fortunately, due to advances in obstetric medicine and high standards of pre-natal care, all birth injuries in Canada are relatively rare.  However, some birth injuries are less common than others.   Bruises, swelling and brachial plexus palsy are among some of the most common birth injuries.  Brain injuries causing cerebral palsy...
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