A new baby is the most precious thing and so vulnerable too. December 1st-7th is Infantile Spasms Awareness Week and @TSC Alliance is striving to provide awareness and education on IS - a medical emergency. Infantile Spasms are a rare but very serious type of seizure - occurring in 1 in 2,000 children - that causes catastrophic permanent damage to a child’s developing brain. While they can begin anytime the first two years, the onset often peaks between four and six months. Seizures - caused by a condition in the baby’s brain - can be hard to spot. They include repetitive but often subtle movements like jerking the mid-section, raising the arms, or wide-eyed blinks. “Red flag” symptoms include small crunches, head drops, head bobs, or uncontrolled movements. Infantile spasms are often overlooked or misdiagnosed as colic, reflux, or a startle reflex. If you suspect your child may be showing symptoms of Infantile Spasms, inform your doctor immediately. Leaving infantile spasms undetected...