Mum 1.. Sally when we came home my I realized by baby could not lift one arm. My birth was difficult. Please educate mums about this.
Mum 2… My delivery was prolonged. By the time baby came out baby was blue and didn’t cry.That’s how it started
Mum 3… The baby was big and they kept pulling for a long time before baby came
One of the sad things that can occur after 9 months of pregnancy is for your baby to get an injury during the birth process.
Unfortunately birth injuries are common and occur due to different reasons. It can be in a mild form to permanent disability
Some forms include.. Bruising or forceps marks. …
Caput succedaneum
Cephalohematoma
Facial paralysis
Fractures
Subconjunctival hemorrhage.
Erbs Palsy
Cerebral palsy
Some common causes
Prolonged birth
Big baby
Pre maturity
Baby not well positioned
Sometimes skill gaps
It’s important to have a skilled birth during delivery.
Also plan your birth
Work together with your doctor and midwife and also listen to their recommendations.
Report early if you realize something is not going well with your baby.
Majority are reversible if treatment is commenced on time.