Baby boy infected with COVID-19 in the womb: ‘Proven case’ – Essential Baby

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A team of French doctors has reported what is believed to be the first confirmed case of in-womb transmission of COVID-19 from mum to unborn baby. While previous studies into transmission during pregnancy have drawn mixed conclusions, the doctors claim this case is a proven instance of the virus crossing the placenta. 
The baby boy, who suffered from neurological symptoms similar to those described in some adult patients, has since recovered after spending 18 days in hospi…

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