Spina bifida is a birth defect where the spinal cord or its coverings do not fully develop, leaving an opening in the spine. It occurs early in pregnancy when the sides of the embryo's spine fail to join together. While the cause is unknown, Web 2.0 tools can be used to educate people about spina bifida and raise support. Blogs, videos, wikis and online presentations allow sharing information, creating awareness, fundraising and building community. These tools help connect people to support groups and encourage volunteering or donations to help families dealing with spina bifida.