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6wk pregnant have accidently left the electric blanket on 2 overnight 3 times. i woke up very hot. can this raise body temp too much and harm baby .

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Dr. Charles March answered

No: It is almost impossible to raise core temperature with an electric blanket

Dr Juchau agreed

Answered 9/29/2016

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A member asked:

6wk pregnant have accidently left the electric blanket on 2 overnight 3 times. i woke up very hot. can this raise body temp too much and harm baby .

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Charles March answered

Dr Juchau agreed

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