Monthly Archives: April 2026
What Parents Should Know About Prolonged Labor
Most parents expect labor to follow a relatively predictable path. Contractions begin, the cervix dilates, and the baby is born. But labor does not always go according to plan. When labor slows down significantly or stops progressing altogether, it is known as prolonged labor or failure to progress. This is one of the most… Read More »
What Is Perinatal Asphyxia? How Oxygen Deprivation During Birth Can Lead to Injury
When a baby does not receive enough oxygen before, during, or immediately after birth, the condition is known as perinatal asphyxia. Also referred to as birth asphyxia or neonatal asphyxia, this condition occurs when blood flow or gas exchange to the baby is disrupted at a critical moment. Even a brief period of oxygen… Read More »
