Question
I am 8 months pregnant and about to give birth. I’ve heard that cases of infantile cerebral palsy are increasing. How can I prevent it? What is the relationship between this disease and pregnant women? Is the child’s cerebral palsy due to developmental abnormalities or premature birth? Please explain the preventive methods.
Answer
During pregnancy, it is important to regularly undergo prenatal checks and maintain good prenatal care to prevent congenital diseases in the fetus. It is essential to abandon bad habits such as smoking, drinking, and excessive use of anesthetics and sedatives. Additionally, during the childbirth process, one should prevent cerebral palsy caused by asphyxia and intracranial hemorrhage. Premature birth and difficult labor should be prevented. In the first month after birth, strengthen care, provide proper feeding, and prevent brain infections and brain trauma.