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I'm 18 weeks pregnant (healthy pregnancy with no health issues) and have been practicing mindful breathwork for the last 2 weeks, in which i hold my breath for up to 6 seconds between inhales and exhales. is this causing harm to my baby?
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No. Such brief episodes do not effect your blood oxygen level to an extent that would bother baby.
Answered 8/24/2022
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What you described is not causing any harm to the baby. For the sake of your and your baby's health, you should be under the care of an obstetrician who can advice about all such matters. Wish you good health and a healthy baby!
Answered 8/24/2022
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