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Can stress hurt my baby? i have been stressing a lot lately. could it cause a miscarriage or hurt my baby? how does it affect the baby? help
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Effects are limited: Stress can affect your heart rate, hormone levels, metabolism, sleep, and immune system as well as many other health functions. It can affect your pregnancy too. It is however, unlikely to cause a miscarriage or immediate harm to your baby. See your doctor or therapist for ways to reduce or control your stress.
Answered 9/28/2016
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