Aphthous stomatitis Aphthous stomatitis is a painful superficial oral ulcer that forms on the mucous membranes. Aphthous stomatitis are often found inside the lips, on
Newborn sleep patterns Newborns usually sleep for around 16 hours in every 24 hours. Newborns usually sleep in short bursts through the day and night. Each
Newborn reflexes Baby reflexes are involuntary movements or actions. Some movements are spontaneous and occur as part of the baby's normal activity. Others are responses
What is encephalocele Encephaloceles are rare neural tube birth defects associated with skull defects characterized by partial lacking of bone fusion leaving a gap through
Goldenhar syndrome Goldenhar syndrome also known as oculoauicular dysplasia, is a condition that is present at birth (congenital birth defect) arising from the abnormal development
What is Beckwith Wiedemann syndrome Beckwith-Wiedemann syndrome is a condition that affects many parts of the body. It is classified as an overgrowth syndrome, affected
What is Crouzon syndrome Crouzon syndrome also known as craniofacial dysostosis, is a genetic disorder characterized by the premature fusion of certain skull bones (craniosynostosis).
What is chorionic villus sampling Chorionic villus sampling (CVS) is a prenatal test carried out during pregnancy to detect specific birth defects and genetic abnormalities
What is epidermolysis bullosa Epidermolysis bullosa is a rare group of inherited genetic connective tissue disorders that cause painful blisters to form on the skin.
How to care for umbilical cord In the womb, the umbilical cord delivers the oxygen and nutrients needed to allow your baby to grow in