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Sorry, usually not. That's because cerebral palsy isn't clinically apparent until after birth. Cerebral palsy isn't screened for but there are preventative measures that will improve your chances of having a healthy baby. Some examples are: regular prenatal visits, abstaining from smoking and alcohol, and avoiding cat feces.

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