When parents learn of a birth injury, their immediate thoughts and attention go to the well-being of their child. This often causes them to ignore their feelings, and they may suffer in silence with depression, anxiety and other related mental health concerns due to birth injury trauma. Learning that your child has suffered a birth…
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Virtual Reality Therapy May Help Motor Function in Kids With Cerebral Palsy
Children with cerebral palsy suffer from limited motor function and mobility issues, but technology and therapy can be combined with virtual reality therapy to help kids develop their mobility. Children with cerebral palsy struggle to control their movements because they experienced a brain injury at or around birth that affected their nervous system and muscle…
5 Outdoor Activities for Kids With Cerebral Palsy
Growing up with cerebral palsy can have many unique challenges, but that doesn’t mean children can’t enjoy a full and fun-filled life. There are many different activities parents and caregivers can do with kids outdoors to help them with their treatment of cerebral palsy symptoms and to keep them active, well and happy. Importance of…
Emotional Care for Children With Cerebral Palsy
As a parent, it can be hard to watch your child struggle emotionally, especially if you don’t know how to help. This guide will cover what to expect as a parent, better equipping you to provide emotional care for children with cerebral palsy. More than half of children with cerebral palsy (CP) will have some…
Birth Injury Justice Center: New Name, Timeless Mission
The New Birth Injury Justice Center The Birth Injury Justice Center is the first step for families who want to take control of their child’s future. The site has been updated to better help families make informed care choices for children affected by cerebral palsy, Erb’s palsy and other birth injuries. With our new site,…