No matter how healthy an expectant mother may be, there are always risks of birth complications. However, with proper medical precautions, the chance of permanent damage and injury is lowered for both mothers and their babies. It’s these precautions that...
Read MoreWhile most mothers give birth with little or no complications, there are a number of issues that can arise during the delivery process. Each pregnancy and each mother’s medical history and needs are unique. Though healthcare professionals are trained for...
Read MoreThe risks of preeclampsia to a mother and baby are significant. If not properly diagnosed or promptly treated, the complications could result in mental and cognitive impairment for the baby, or even death of mother and/or child. If this traumatic...
Read MoreAs a patient in a hospital, you expect to receive a high level of care and to leave the hospital better than when you came in. In most instances, the patient receives suitable treatment and suffers no ill effects. There...
Read MoreDespite access to some of the world’s most advanced health care facilities and medical treatments, giving birth in the United States is often fraught with avoidable complications for both mother and child. Among the complications that can arise during pregnancy,...
Read MoreChicago is home to many hospitals and medical schools, including Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Loyola University Medical Center, the University of Chicago Hospitals, Rush University Medical Center and Advocate facilities including Lutheran General Hospital and Christ Hospital. However, medical mistakes—such as...
Read MoreWhile all births are special, they are usually physically and emotionally intense. Some are even traumatic—for both the mother and child. Although most births occur with few to no complications, some issues—like preeclampsia—can impart serious conditions to the child. The...
Read MoreWelcoming a baby into the world is an unparalleled moment for parents. Each pregnancy is filled with joyful anticipation and, of course, some worry about possible complications. While many mothers do not experience complications during their pregnancy, some face difficult...
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