While birth defects is not a subject parents-to-be are especially keen to discuss, it’s vital to open this conversation as early as possible. In the U.S., about 3 percent of babies are born with a congenital or hereditary birth defect. Fortunately, a lot can be done to prevent these abnormalities from occurring, both before and after conception. Many common birth defects require medical or surgical intervention, but are not life-threatening. The term “birth defect” carries negative undertones, but it should be understood that many developmental abnormalities are perfectly treatable, and have no effect on a child’s talents and abilities. COMMON CAUSES Most...
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