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I'm 14 weeks pregnant. i was cleaning dirty dishes started gagging, so i held my breath for 10 seconds..will that harm my unborn baby?
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No: Your blood carries enough oxygen around that this brief period has no effect on baby.I would not make it a practice of holding your breath when pregnant.You will pass out and fall, possibly injuring yourself long before baby is affected.
Answered 12/9/2017
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No: Your blood carries enough oxygen around that this brief period has no effect on baby.I would not make it a practice of holding your breath when pregnant.You will pass out and fall, possibly injuring yourself long before baby is affected.
Answered 3/26/2013
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