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Is it safe to use a portable oil heater or electric heater to heat a room during pregnancy and after delivery in a babies/children's room?

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Dr. Pierrette Mimi Poinsettanswered

Pediatrics 40 years experience

Portable heater: Portable heaters can be prone to toppling over. Also may overheat. May be a fire hazard. Do not leave the heater on while asleep.

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