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I've read that long, hot showers can cause birth defects due to temp ^. i've had many of those on my 6w4d pregnancy. am i harming my fetus? scared...

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Dr. Nela Cordero answered

PREGNANCY: No, you are not harming the baby with hot showers. Relax and good luck !

Answered 11/23/2013

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A member asked:

I've read that long, hot showers can cause birth defects due to temp ^. i've had many of those on my 6w4d pregnancy. am i harming my fetus? scared...

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Nela Cordero answered

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