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Is swallowing blood bad for the baby?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

How much are we: Talking about? What is the source of the blood? Is the baby ill? Depending on the situation - this baby may need medical care.

Dr Pappas and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 10/1/2013

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