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Q: Cord Question

asked by: FairyLexi on October 18th, 2004

Experienced User

How long after you eat something does it reach your baby through the umbilical cord?

Replies(4)

IDABABY

replied on October 18th, 2004

Extremely eHealthy

I have looked and I dont really know...I am going to try to find out..I am determined now. Hehe

linuxChique

replied on October 18th, 2004

Extremely eHealthy

Well it gets passed through your umbilical cord as glucose in your bloodstream and food you eat begins to affect your blood glucose levels after about 10 minutes, and peaks after 30-45 minutes.

IDABABY

replied on October 18th, 2004

Extremely eHealthy

Thanks for clearing it up erin!

bellax0x

replied on October 18th, 2004

Extremely eHealthy

Wow erin youre smart! Lol

<3
gaby

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