Posted on October 15, 2009

What is Kernicterus?

Jaundice is more common than you might think; close to 60% of babies born in the U.S. have jaundice for a brief period of time. Most of the time, jaundice is harmless, but if your baby has a severe case, he or she could suffer from a form of brain...

Posted on February 1, 2009

What is Erb's Palsy?

Erb's palsy is a preventable birth defect that affects the shoulder, arm and hand. It is one of several possible brachial plexus injuries caused by shoulder dystocia during childbirth; it is usually preventable. If you feel that your doctors were...