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Your child's health and safety is our top priority. Please search our resource library for information on health, nutrition, fitness, injury prevention and other important topics.

Medical Care & Your Baby

Miscarriages

Miscarriages are common, and in most cases aren't preventable. But you can take steps to increase your chances of having a healthy pregnancy.

Necrotizing Enterocolitis

Necrotizing enterocolitis is an intestinal disease that usually affects preemies. Medicines and therapy can help babies with NEC.

Newborn Brachial Plexus Injuries

During childbirth, a brachial plexus injury can happen if the baby's neck is stretched to one side.

Newborn Screening Tests

Newborn screening tests look for health conditions that aren't apparent at birth. Find out which tests are done.

Omphalocele

A baby born with an omphalocele has an opening where the umbilical cord goes into the belly. Some openings close on their own, but many need treatment, including surgery.

Orofacial Clefts

A cleft is when tissues of the mouth or lip don't form properly when a baby is developing in the womb. The good news is that orofacial clefts are treatable.

Penile Torsion

Penile torsion is when the skin on a baby’s penis is twisted. Mild penile torsion is common and doesn’t cause any problems.

Postpartum Depression

It's important for new mothers – and those who love them – to understand the symptoms of postpartum depression and reach out to family, friends, and medical professionals for help.

Prenatal Test: Multiple Marker Test

The multiple marker test is a blood test done to screen for neural tube defects and chromosomal disorders.

Prenatal Test: Ultrasound

A prenatal ultrasound is a safe and painless test that shows a baby's shape and position. It can be done in the first, second, or third trimester of pregnancy.