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Warpy

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4. Same here. Neonates are often fragile in ways no one expects

Reply to TwilightGardener (Reply #3)

Tue Feb 12, 2013, 02:56 PM

Feb 2013

and I'd need to know what this kiddo's liver enzymes and clotting factors were.

The abuse would have to be witnessed by staff for this one to stick. The presence of superficial bruising doesn't mean much.

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Dad accused of abusing newborn in NICU [View all] The Straight Story Feb 2013 OP

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WTF?? The Velveteen Ocelot Feb 2013 #2

Need more details before judging. TwilightGardener Feb 2013 #3

Same here. Neonates are often fragile in ways no one expects Warpy Feb 2013 #4

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