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125. Ask Dr Pat, or Brigid! Our fifteenth Q and A session.

24 min • 28 oktober 2024

Dr Pat and Brigid are back with their fifteenth Q and A session as they answer questions from listeners of The Kick.

This Q and A session answers the following listener questions:

Embryos and twin pregnancies
Placental abruptions
When is an episiotomy used?
What can I do to be as healthy as possible in pregnancy?

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