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Posted on January 16, 2026 in

What Are Risk Factors in Pregnancy and Why Do They Matter for Birth Outcomes

Pregnancy does not follow a single path, and understanding what risk factors in pregnancy are is often key to protecting both maternal health and...

Posted on January 16, 2026 in

Skeletal Injuries Due to Excessive Traction During Delivery

The birth of a child should mark a moment of relief and joy, yet for some families in Portland, it becomes the beginning of...

Posted on January 8, 2026 in

What Causes Cephalohematoma in Newborns? Key Factors Parents Should Know

Understanding what causes cephalohematoma often becomes a difficult concern for parents after noticing swelling on their newborn’s head. As a Portland birth injury lawyer,...

Posted on December 26, 2025 in

Is Klumpke’s Palsy Permanent? Causes, Treatment, and Legal Options

Many Portland families begin searching for a Portland birth injury lawyer when a doctor notices weakness in a newborn’s hand or wrist, because those...

Posted on December 19, 2025 in

Birth Injuries vs Birth Defects: Key Differences Every Parent Should Know

Expecting a child is one of the most beautiful moments in a couple’s life, but the birth can be quickly filled with anxiety when...

Posted on February 28, 2024 in

What are the Different Types of Intracranial Hemorrhages?

Intracranial hemorrhages or brain bleeds may occur in varying locations of the brain, resulting in health complications throughout life. While an intracranial hemorrhage can...

Posted on February 28, 2024 in

Why do Intracranial Hemorrhages Occur During Childbirth?

Delivering a newborn is a natural process that may require modern technology to facilitate birth. Complicated pregnancies may lead to the use of birthing...

Posted on February 26, 2024 in

How Do Spinal Cord Injuries Occur at Birth?

Spinal cord injuries occur due to some type of trauma that damages the spinal cord during the birthing process. The spinal cord, which is...

Posted on February 24, 2024 in

What is Newborn Cephalohematoma?

Cephalohematoma results from pressure or trauma to a newborn’s head mostly during vaginal delivery. Small blood vessels in the scalp rupture or are damaged,...

Posted on February 22, 2024 in

What do Parents Need to Know About Caput Succedaneum?

New parents often envision the perfectness of their newborn after delivery when visualizing their family’s new addition. However, they may experience shock, fear, and...

Posted on February 22, 2024 in

Diastatic Skull Fracture: Causes and Treatments

Key Takeaways Diastatic skull fractures widen cranial sutures and occur most often in infants and young children. Birth trauma, vehicle crashes, and pedestrian accidents...

Posted on January 20, 2024 in

Is It Safe to Induce Labor with Misoprostol?

There are many situations where doctors induce labor, including due to the size of the child or the health risks to either the mother...

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