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Herpe or spot newborn

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EMG1998 · 06/06/2026 22:05

Hello I am in active newborn frenzy mode. My 8 week old has this small spot above his lip it was a bit redder earlier today. My partner has had an active herpe on his bum (gross) worried :((

Herpe or spot newborn
Herpe or spot newborn
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MDDR · 06/06/2026 23:07

Looks like a typical newborn spot to me. I imagine it'll be gone by tomorrow.

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