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How long does a baby stay in the womb after d due date?
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Less than 2 weeks: They should be delivered within 2 weeks of due date.
Answered 10/15/2012
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Most OB's that I : Work with will not let you go past 41 weeks without inducing delivery or doing a c-section. The placenta begins to deteriorate as you get close to the due date & may not be healthy enough to sustain a labor. Sudden fetal death increases for those going longer.
Answered 12/16/2012
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