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A 29-year-old female 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...

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Dr. Nela Corderoanswered

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

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