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I have a very stressful period in life, small flat, no place for baby, which is coming in few weeks, i'mafraid how can stress&worrying harm baby?33weeks

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Dr. Christopher Abel answered

Take a deep breath: It is normal to be anxious/worried/excited before the arrival of a new baby. Take some slow deep breaths to help relax, but worrying won't hurt your baby.

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Answered 10/2/2015

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A member asked:

I have a very stressful period in life, small flat, no place for baby, which is coming in few weeks, i'mafraid how can stress&worrying harm baby?33weeks

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Christopher Abel answered

Dr Pappas agreed

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