How do you get cerebral palsy?

A person does not “catch” or “develop” cerebral palsy later in life—it results from brain injury or abnormal brain development in early life. This can happen:

1. Before birth – due to maternal infections, restricted blood flow, or stroke in the womb.
2. During birth – complications such as prolonged labour or lack of oxygen.
3. After birth – from severe jaundice, meningitis, head trauma, or very premature birth.

These events affect areas of the brain responsible for movement and coordination.
If your child has CP, support is available through the NDIS—contact us now.