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What are the long term effects of bath salts for the baby if the mother ingested large amounts while pregnant?

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PREGNANCY: Why would the mother ingest bath salts during pregnancy? Anything taken during pregnancy can affect the baby especially during the first trimester.

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Answered 12/18/2012

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