MRI scans show that the brains of infants and toddlers can encode memories, even if we don’t remember them as adults.

If there are concerns, such as genetic risks or family histories, doctors will order an MRI, which uses magnetic resonance technology, for a more detailed look at certain parts of the baby's anatomy.

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The findings suggest that the human brain is neither completely pre-wired nor a blank slate, but rather a dynamic system.

Although MRI is used routinely to assess brachial plexus ... if we can gather it without harming their baby," says Bauer. She ...

New-borns are usually too fragile to be moved, but at the Royal Hallamshire the purpose built baby MRI is just metres from the special care unit. On the left is an ultrasound scan, on the right an ...

Possible effect on pregnancy/unborn child. There’s no evidence that an MRI has any adverse effect on a baby. However, doctors usually try to avoid MRIs during the first trimester of pregnancy.