While not all birth injuries are preventable, many occur due to medical negligence. Prevention strategies include:
- Proper prenatal care to monitor risks and complications.
- Close monitoring of fetal distress during labor.
- Timely decision-making, such as performing an emergency C-section when necessary.
- Proper use of delivery instruments and techniques.
Doctors and hospitals are responsible for following best practices to ensure a safe delivery. If they fail to do so, families may have grounds for a medical malpractice claim.