Category Archives: Birth Injury

When the birthing process deviates from the expected, it can be a deeply frightening and challenging experience. If a necessary C-section is postponed, the resulting birth injuries can have serious consequences for your family. For parents in Utah, understanding the reasons behind these delays and the potential harm they inflict is crucial for seeking accountability […]

An abnormal fetal heart rate can signal that a baby isn’t getting enough oxygen during labor. These warning signs must be caught and addressed quickly to avoid birth injuries. The fetal heart rate monitor is the delivery team’s best real-time window into how a baby is handling labor. Every contraction places stress on the baby, […]

Shoulder dystocia happens when a baby’s shoulder becomes stuck behind the mother’s pelvic bone during delivery. While it can occur without warning, many cases involve risk factors and labor signals that a trained delivery team should recognize and respond to quickly. Childbirth is unpredictable, but it’s rarely without warning signs. Risk factors often appear well […]

When expecting parents place their trust in medical professionals, they deserve the highest standard of care. Unfortunately, medical negligence during labor and delivery isn’t as uncommon as you might think. While some complications during childbirth are unavoidable, many serious injuries result from medical errors that could have been prevented with proper care and attention. If […]

While childbirth is often a time of joy and anticipation, it also carries significant risks and challenges. When a mother or baby suffers birth-related injuries or trauma, the experience can quickly become overwhelming. Unfortunately, the burden of these outcomes falls disproportionately on minority communities. Statistics show that minority patients face higher rates of complications and […]

The answer is no. You should not deliver your child with a midwife or with anyone other than a fully credentialed, certified obstetrician/gynecologist. And you should never, under any circumstances, deliver your child at home or in any environment in which an emergency C-section cannot be performed within a few minutes of a medical emergency. […]

As a new parent, the responsibilities of taking care of a new child are overwhelming—and that struggle becomes even more complex if your child has been injured due to a mistake in the birthing process. It’s a tough road to navigate, but understanding whether medical malpractice played a role is crucial. That’s where having a […]