Ep. 39: Lead Exposure during Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Chris Stallman, Certified Genetic Counselor, is joined by Alfred Romeo, RN, PhD of MotherToBaby Utah to answer questions about lead exposure during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

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