Cerebral palsy is a lifelong disorder that affects movement, posture, and muscle control. It happens because of an injury or abnormal development of the brain that occurs during pregnancy, around the time of birth, or in the first years of…
Vacuum assisted delivery is one possible factor in some cerebral palsy cases, but it is rarely the only cause. Most babies born with a vacuum extractor do not develop cerebral palsy, and in many situations the underlying problem that made…
Dehydration does not literally dry your brain out like a raisin forever, but it can temporarily make the brain smaller and, if it keeps happening over many years, may contribute to faster brain aging and cognitive decline. The brain is…
Umbilical cord prolapse is a medical emergency in childbirth, and it can be linked to brain injury in a baby, but it does not automatically mean a child will develop cerebral palsy. The key factor is how long the baby’s…
Vitamin B12 deficiency can closely mimic dementia, especially in older adults, and in some cases it is a completely reversible cause of cognitive decline when diagnosed and treated early.[2][7] Vitamin B12 is essential for healthy nerve cells, red blood cell…
Shoulder dystocia is a childbirth emergency in which a baby’s head is delivered but one or both shoulders become stuck behind the mother’s pelvic bone. This situation can be frightening and dangerous if it is not managed quickly and correctly.…
Social withdrawal can be an early symptom of dementia, but it is never the only clue and it can also be caused by many other conditions such as depression, grief, or physical illness.[1][2][5] What matters most is whether the change…
Can induced labor raise cerebral palsy risk? This is a question many parents ask, especially when labor is being started with medications or other methods rather than beginning on its own. The honest answer is that inducing labor does not…
Many researchers describe brain health with a simple idea: “use it or lose it.” Lack of mental stimulation does not usually cause sudden memory loss on its own, but long periods with very little cognitive activity are linked to faster…
# Low Maternal Oxygen and Cerebral Palsy: What the Research Shows When a baby does not get enough oxygen during pregnancy or birth, serious complications can develop. One of the most significant concerns is cerebral palsy, a condition that affects…