Hello , cleft lip with or without cleft palate is 4 th commonest birth defect in US just to tell you that it’s quite common and is correctable . There are multiple factors that can lead to its occurrence genetic and environmental like certain medications taken during pregnancy , smoking , alcohol or even some viruses, etc so to pinpoint Only at folic acid intake would not be correct . Do not feel guilty about it as it’snot your fault . And most kids born with this defect lead an absolutely normal life cosmetically and functionally without any speech defects or feeding difficulties. most children affected by this condition can achieve normal appearance, speech, and eating.usually the surgery for cleft lip is done around 3-6 months and best to guide you in this would be a plastic surgeon . Usually feeding issues occur mainly with cleft palate and palate requires correction with multiple surgeries . Cleft lip usually gets corrected in one sitting , depending on the extent though. So do not worry , eat well and stay positive .

Hey Anon,please stay positive,i know its better said than done! But,eventually,with science evolving so much, this can be corrected! Rest our experts will surely help you ! Blessings your way, Hugs!!

Hey Anon, connect with me on chat I'm going through this so well can explain you better... I'm due to deliver in April

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