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PER REPORTER: Lori said Dorothy tested positive for marijuana on admission. Lori said a urine and meconium screening has been done on Baby Girl, but she said the child’s results have not yet come back. It is unknown at this time if the baby is being affected as a result of Dorothy’s drug use while pregnant. Lori said the child has not been displaying any type of withdrawal symptoms. However, Lori said the child’s mother reported to her about not having everything she needs for the child when she comes home. According to Dorothy, she does not have a crib for the baby to sleep on and was going to put the child on a fontaine couch. Dorothy said one of her sister’s has been telling her she was going to buy stuff for the baby but still has not bought
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