Spina bifida

Spina bifida is a birth defect affecting the spinal column. Spina bifida progresses from a cleft, or splitlike opening, in the back part of the backbones (the spinal vertebrae). In more severe cases, it involves the spinal cord. Spina bifida is the most common of a group of birth defects known as neural tube defects, which affect the central nervous system. It can impair your toddler’s brain, spine, spinal cord, and meninges (tissues covering and protecting the brain and the spinal cord).

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October is Spina Bifida awareness month! The month of October is near & dear to our hearts as one of the big inspirations behind Everything But Typical has Spina Bifida. We use this time to spread awareness & promote acceptance of those with Spina Bifida as well as other disabilit

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Spina Bifida definition: A congenital defect or opening in the spinal column through which the spinal membranes or spinal cord may protrude, often resulting in hydrocephalus, paralysis, etc.

Myelomeningocele (MMC) is a condition where the fetus’ spinal cord fails to close during development. Because the spinal cord does not close, many of the nerves are exposed, resulting in damage to the cord as the pregnancy continues.

When you live with an obvious disability, especially one that is as misunderstood as Spina Bifida, it is easy to waffle between wanting to keep everything private and wanting to help people understand your life better. Every October, I debate whether or not I should participate in Spina Bifida Awareness month on social media. Do … Read More

This family was faced with an unthinkable decision to make. Their unborn daughter was diagnosed with spina bifida. They ultimately chose to spare her pain and TFMR. Read the full story.