What kind of birth defects does cat feces cause to an un born child?

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The concern has always been about cats and toxoplasmosis. If you have had cats before for a while, then there shouldn't be a concern as chances are good that you've already contracted the disease and have developed an immunity to it. If your cat is strictly an indoor cat, it is unlikely that they carry the parasite because they get it from catching mice or birds or from other infected cats. You can also have a vet check the cat for an active infection. You can also have yourself tested for the antibodies. Have another family member take care of litter box duties. If this is not possible, wear gloves and wash hands thoroughly after litter box cleanings. You can read more about this here
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I think it's just a given that you shouldn't play in feces whether you're pregnant or not.

Brain and nervous system abnormailties. See the article below for more info.

Very bad birth defects including mental retadation.
The disease is called toxoplasmosis, if you are planning to get pregnant and have a cat, you can get tested, if you already have the disease, then you can keep the cat and get pregnant, if you do not have it, you will have to get rid of the cat.
Since active infection during pregnancy is the danger, if you are pregnant get tested, if you have the disease you will need follow up to find if it is acute or not, if it is acute, you will need treatment.
If you test negative, you get rid of the cat. SBD, smelly baby disorder

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