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Let's start with the definition: "cerebral" means brain and "palsy" means a movement disorder. Children who have C.P. often have trouble walking, sitting, talking, or using their extremities.

In some instances, cerebral palsy can be caused by medical errors during the birthing process. Impaired oxygen flow during delivery, failing to recognize fetal distress, and delay in performing a c-section are all examples of these types of errors. Also, there are a number of risk factors that doctors need to monitor carefully during pregnancy to prevent cerebral palsy from occurring.

Often, parents of a child with cerebral palsy must provide lifelong care plus ongoing medical care. Providing this care is expensive. Parents, understandably, want to know if a medical mistake caused their child's condition, and whether they can receive financial and other help in dealing with the challenges of raising a disabled child.

For answers, contact Fuller and Fuller. Let's talk "Mom to Mom" and "Dad to Dad."