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Is it safe for a woman who tests positive for group b strep to still have a homebirth?
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Not a good idea: The baby is prone to group b strep infections which can cause life-threatening illnesses--the mother needs to be treated with antibiotics prior to delivery.
Answered 4/9/2013
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