Substance Use in Pregnancy
Using drugs while you are pregnant or breastfeeding can harm you and your baby
It is important to take care of yourself and stay as healthy as you can during pregnancy.
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Marijuana in pregnancy |
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Marijuana comes from the cannabis plant. It is also known as
There is no safe amount of marijuana to use during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Marijuana reaches your baby during pregnancy. It also reaches them through breastmilk when breastfeeding. Marijuana can stay in your baby's brain for weeks. Marijuana is not a safe treatment for nausea and vomiting in pregnancy. Talk to your doctor or healthcare provide about safer treatments. Cannabis and pregnancy infographic
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Opiates in pregnancy |
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Taking opiates during pregnancy can be harmful to your baby.Opiates are a type of drug or medication, such as:
If you suddenly stop taking opiates during pregnancy, you might go into early labour. It is important to slowly stop opiates when you are pregnant. Talk to your doctor or health care provider about any medications or drugs you are taking during pregnancy. |
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Smoking in pregnancy |
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Smoking or breathing second-hand smoke while you are pregnant is harmful to you and your baby. Smoking can cause your baby to be born too small or too early. Babies born too early can have more health problems. Early birth might cause trouble eating or sleeping. A smoke-free home is the best place for you and your baby. Second-hand smoke (the smoke you breathe if someone else smokes) is also harmful to you and your baby. If your partner or friends are smoking, ask them to smoke outside. If you are pregnant, try to stop smoking. If you cannot quit, try to smoke fewer cigarettes. Quitting smoking is not easy. It is important to get help and support. Talk to your doctor or health care provider.
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