Spina Bifida
Topic
Orthopedic Impairment/Physical Disability
Publisher
CPIR
Format
Online Resource
Audience
General
Age of Child
All
Topic
Orthopedic Impairment/Physical Disability
Publisher
CPIR
Format
Online Resource
Audience
General
Age of Child
All
Description
Spina bifida is one of the most common birth defects in the United States, affecting some 1,500 babies each year. 2 Spina bifida happens during the first month or so of pregnancy and means that the baby's spine did not close completely. This fact sheet from CPIR provides more information.
Website Link
https://www.parentcenterhub.org/spinabifida/