Having a child is one of the most incredible experiences for any person to go through. After months of careful preparation, sacrifices and basically turning your life around to make accommodations for the new arrival, the moment the baby comes, it is nothing short of being a miracle.

It is indeed a miracle and an incredibly beautiful one. But what if something goes wrong at birth? It can be devastating for the parents to know that their child will start their life with a disability. It is even worse if something happens at birth because of an error. Let’s take a look at some things about birth trauma and what steps may need to be taken.

1. Complications That Could Happen

Anything could happen during the birth process. There could be some kind of physical damage to any part of the body, for example, the nerves. It could also cause damage to the bones or soft tissues. The brain may be deprived of oxygen, an incredibly dangerous and damaging occurrence. Things like this can happen if there is some kind of problem during birth, or if it is taking way too long.

In 2018, a U.K. doctor was accused of a botched delivery due to several complications. A premature baby boy’s head was separated from his tiny body in a horrific incident. Anything can happen if complications arise.

2. Breech Birth

A breech birth is when a baby is born bottom (or feet) first. Normally, a baby is born head first. When it is a breech birth, the baby is generally born by caesarean section since it is thought to be safer. In a breech birth, several problems could occur if it were to be a vaginal delivery.

The umbilical cord may be compressed, spinal injuries may occur or damage could occur to the internal organs. Doctors have to respond quickly and accordingly.

3. Damage To The Brain

During birth, any complication that causes damage to the brain would be devastating to the parents. It could be something like lack of oxygen which can cause permanent damage.

Sometimes, doctors will have to use medical equipment such as forceps. If used incorrectly or if too much force is used while twisting and pulling, one can imagine the kind of damage that may be inflicted on the fragile baby’s brain. Such injuries can cause both physical and mental disabilities.

4. Fractured Bones

Imagine a baby coming into the world with fractured or broken bones. One of the most common injuries is a broken collarbone. Fortunately, this is one of the more less serious injuries and they heal pretty quickly. Though much rarer, occasionally, an upper arm or leg bone may also break.

5. Family Affected

Less serious injuries will heal on their own or with some medical intervention. However, some will require plenty of treatment, therapy or surgeries. Some injuries may last for a lifetime. This affects the family and the child profoundly. It can also cause much financial loss. Sometimes, one parent may have to give up a full-time job.

In the legal world, it is a very complicated process to prove medical malpractice. Doctors are also protected. Many times, doctors have got away with errors that were down to them. If you need to take legal action, you need to get a really good and experienced personal injury lawyer to help fight your case for you.