Prevention of Cerebral Palsy

It is often difficult to determine the exact cause of Cerebral Palsy. However taking adequate prenatal care can greatly reduce the chances of its occurrence. These steps include avoiding conceiving a child after the age of 40, avoiding consuming substances such as alcohol and cigarettes when pregnant, testing for Rh incompatibility and immunity against viruses such as German Measles before getting pregnant, strictly following routine vaccination regimens to prevent contraction of deadly viruses such as meningitis etc.