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A member asked:

Currently nursing my 11 month old & i want to know how long do i have to wait to nurse him after smoking hookah? and if any, is going to affect baby?

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Hookah: Be kind to yourself and your baby - DO NOT TAKE ANY HOOKAH and preferably no smoking.

Dr Juchau and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 8/30/2015

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