With all the hype regarding legal cannabis (medical and recreational), it is difficult to admit that the substance has its own set of dangers. Most people know of someone who was pregnant and claimed their physician told them to take a few hits of weed to calm down nausea they had from morning sickness. About one-fourth of pregnant women admit to the use of cannabis while they are pregnant. Unfortunately, there are developmental issues that can occur from the use of cannabis during pregnancy. Thus, it is important to speak with your physician if you use weed and are either pregnant or planning to become pregnant.

What Sort of Issues Can Weed Lead to In My Unborn Child?

The way you utilize pot does not change the fact that it will cause damage to your fetus. It does not matter if you smoke weed or ingest edibles, such as brownies or candies. The difference is in how long it will take for you to feel the effects of the drug and, therefore, variances in the risk of overdose. Cannabis components can affect your brain, lungs, blood vessels, heart, and liver.

Cannabis and Pregnancy: What You Need to Know

The chemicals from cannabis, particularly THC or tetrahydrocannabinol, will affect your unborn child. These substances cross the placenta, thereby affecting the fetus. The smoke from cannabis is also harmful, as second-hand smoke can cause their own slew of problems. Low birth weight is associated with newborns whose mothers used weed during pregnancy. It can even lead to the stillbirth of your baby. If you use pot and tobacco products together, you have an increased chance of preterm birth.

Paying attention and learning difficulties can develop in your child. For some, these issues are not noticed until your child becomes older. On the same note, a baby’s brain development can be disturbed by a mother’s cannabis use during pregnancy. Problems can even develop during the first trimester.

These same chemicals are stored in the mother’s fat. It is gradually released over time, making breastfeeding dangerous as well. However, the research regarding this has been found to have contradictory information. Due to this, it is still advised not to use cannabis if you are planning to, or are currently, breastfeeding your baby.

Helping to Kick Your Cannabis Abuse or Dependency in Burns, Tennessee

Nestled in the peacefulness of 17 acres of farmland in gorgeous Burns, Tennessee is an amazing alternative rehab center called Discovery Place. Surrounding our center is an engaged recovery community. Our trained specialists and volunteers are standing by to help you stop the use of cannabis, opiates, alcohol, or other addictive substances.

All our volunteers have demonstrated substantial recovery time and can enlighten you with a wealth of knowledge to help you achieve, and sustain, your sobriety. If you are ready for recovery call us today at 1-800-725-0922. We can answer any questions you might have regarding the admissions process at Discovery Place.

Testimonials

  • Discovery Place was the answer for my son. He did the 90 day and then the step down program and sober living. We give this organization 10 stars. They met my son where he was …emotionally, mentally, physically. They helped him put his life back on track. Discovery Place employees care about their guests. If your son, brother, nephew, grandson or husband needs excellent supportive care THIS is indeed the facility.

    Kim Morton
    Alumni Parent
  • I have remained sober and it is because of DP. DP is the best place there is, hands down. I keep everyone there in my prayers, and I encourage everyone there to take what they are practicing and do it in their lives, after.

    Roy Mantelli
    Alumni
  • Over the past year, I’ve been putting into actin what Discovery Place taught me, and I have experienced a complete perspective change of the world, and the people in it. I get to be a man of service and love today, and for that I am grateful to Discovery Place.

    Matt Kassay
    Alumni
  • Discovery Place means the world to me. They showed me the tools that I’ve tried to use everyday in my life to think less often of myself, and more frequently of others. I am learning to lend a hand when I am able and to have a honest and humble relationship with God and the people around me. Not only am I clean and sober, but also I am happy and fulfilled.

    Tommy Parker
    Alumni
  • Discovery Place and the men who work there made recovery attractive, and more importantly, fun. There is strength in the struggle. I am forever grateful for my time at Discovery Place.

    Creed McClellan
    Alumni
  • When I got to Discovery Place my whole life was in shambles, but I didn’t know it. I spent 6 months in their programs, participating in all three phases, and was met with kindness and love all along the way. It is unbelievable to me, where I am now relative to where I was when I arrived at DP.

    Lance Duke
    Alumni
  • I can never say enough good things about Discovery Place and the people who work there. Before checking in to DP, I was out of options and out of answers. Fortunately, Discovery Place has a solution. Taking suggestions from the staff at DP saved my life, and as a result, I’m now more content and hopeful about life. I’m grateful for Discovery Place showing me how to live a healthy life so that I can become a better man and help the next guy.”

    Tyler Buckingham
    Alumni

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