Why the High Isn't Worth it if Pregnant or Breastfeeding Disclaimer: This page houses important information and resources pertaining to cannabis in pregnancy and while breastfeeding, including links to our evidence-based Fact Sheets. However, the resources here should not replace the care and advice of a medical professional. Many moms may not want to hear this, but medical experts agree: cannabis (commonly known as marijuana, weed, or pot, among many other terms) should be avoided if you …
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A Known Cause of Lifelong Birth Defects Disclaimer: This page houses important information and resources pertaining to alcohol during pregnancy and while breastfeeding, including links to our evidence-based Fact Sheets. However, the resources here should not replace the care and advice of a medical professional. Alcohol is known to cause birth defects when it is consumed during pregnancy. It especially targets a baby’s brain, which is developing throughout all 40 weeks of pregnancy. There …
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The Queasy Side of Expecting a Baby Disclaimer: This page houses important information and resources pertaining to nausea and vomiting during pregnancy and while breastfeeding, including links to our evidence-based Fact Sheets. However, the resources here should not replace the care and advice of a medical professional. Pregnancy comes with a lot of changes to the body that can cause some welcome and unwelcome symptoms. Perhaps one of the most dreaded symptoms is the one that could have …
Fact Sheet: Marijuana (Cannabis)
This sheet is about exposure to marijuana in pregnancy and while breastfeeding. This information is based on published research studies. It should not take the place of medical care and advice from your healthcare provider. What is marijuana? Marijuana is a mix of dried leaves, seeds, stems, and flowers from the Cannabis sativa or Cannabis indica plant. Some other names for marijuana are pot, weed, and cannabis. The main active chemical in marijuana is delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), …
Fact Sheet: Paternal Exposures
This sheet is about paternal exposures. This information is based on published research studies. It should not take the place of medical care and advice from your healthcare provider. What is a paternal exposure? A paternal exposure is anything a male parent or sperm donor is exposed to before a pregnancy is conceived, while trying to conceive pregnancy, or after their partner is pregnant. This includes things such as prescription or over-the-counter medications, substance use (alcohol, …
