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I accidently dropped a shoe on my tummy , but i'm only 6 weeks pregnant . do you think it hurt my baby!?

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Dr. Robert Grindstaff answered

Specializes in Addiction Medicine

Should not hurt: The baby is actually week protected at this point by your body and later on by the amniotic fluid. It would take a pretty hard hit to cause any problems. If you are still worried or have any cramping or spotting please see your physician.

Dr Italia agreed

Answered 9/4/2014

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