weed

[lovleyme]

Does smoking weed while pregnant harm your baby now or in the long run.

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It looks like opinions are divided on this issue, but it's safe to say that if you're pregnant, it's best to consult with your doctor before using any substance.  

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[Factorymomma]

Here is my whole issue here.
I was a pot smoker.  Used it to sleep and for aches and pains during my first pregnancy.  It did not space me out or make me loopy.
After my c-section I was PRESCRIBED vicodin.  It spaced me out, made me halucinate, and made me loopy.  I literally couldn't do anything with my son while I was in the hospital the two days because the PRESCRIBED drugs made me higher than I have ever been or wanted to be on marijuana.  Every legal pain med does that to me.  So I just usually suffer.  This c-section I'm taking nothing.  Almost no dura-morph in my spinal, and definitely no vicodin.  I just really have had no good experiences with manufactured pain meds.  So I do without.

[momabear86]

I posted this in another topic. Even if the risk to the child is slim its still illigal and you run the risk of the child being taken away. Any drug alters your draught of mind so you would be seen as an unfit parent.

[Raevicious]

I'd say as long as you don't smoke frequently. It is NOT a drug. Drugs are generally made, this one comes straight from the ground. You can overdose on drugs...the only way to overdose on weed is to smoke your entire body weight. It's all just a matter of opinion. And honestly, its probably worse for your child if you go under large amounts of stress

[babymama1985]

I think they test my urine but not blood. But im.sure if they had a suspicion I was doing it they would do that too. DCF will come in and take the baby. And in my case that means my son would go to babydaddy. Lol yeah so not worth it.

[babymama1985]

I guess I just think of it like do the benefits outweigh the risks....and no they don't. There are so many unknowns. Don't gamble with someone elses life...if u wanna screw up your own...by all means go ahead. But don't be that mom that your other friends with kids talk about....I have a few of those ppl I know...they are drug addicts and they are single moms....im thinking who is watching your one year old while you're high? You don't think clearly. That's the point of it. That's whyvpeople do it. It numbs you. Im sorry but the facts are the facts. Im not judging u but u can't change the color of the sky just like you can't say the reason you're still thinking or actually smoking weed during pregnancy isn't purely selfish....im actually really concerned. I just wonder what will happen after the baby is born and you have an.actual life that depends on u and he or she cries.and you're tired but the baby doesn't care....will u smoke then to tune her or him out? Im just worries I guess. Please please get all these issues worked out. I highly recommend counseling or going to a christmas pregnancy center. I go to both...it has been such a help. Just remember u r not all alone in this.

[smiley_one]

At my hospital, they check the run a blood test on the mother, blood test the baby and I heard about checking the babies poop, but idk if they do that here. If any of them test positive for it, they call CPS and they handle it from there. I don't do it anyway, but if I did, I'd scared of it being in my system. I also heard do not eat poppie seeds during your last month of pregnancy because it will show up on a drug test too.

[Keila_bean]

I was hospitalized for my nausea. I couldn't sleep or eat or drink water for almost a month.  I understand weed is illegal but when it comes down to the fact of either A. Being dehydrated, and losing mass amounts of weight vs smokong a bit of weed or eating it I say, (and so does my dr) that I gotta do what I can to stay healthy and make sure baby gets what it needs. I don't plan on smoking it when baby is born, but for now with nausea and vomiting as bad as this..... I don't ever wanna go back to the way it was.. 95 pounds 7 weeks pregnant... Im now 114 pounds anf baby is perfectly healthy.

[mrssandefur]

I've heard that too, I've heard they check.their poop too or something.like that? Anyway like I said I was almost into my second trimester (like two weeks.away I believe) before.I realized I was pregnant and stopped. I'm worried they'll test the baby and find it :/

[Lexyd]

I know plenty of people and myself actually who smoked it, I smoked the first 4 months of pregnancy with my first and did it occasionally throughout, well I got sent to the hospital with her after dehydration and they found it in my urine, they sent social services in and said if they find it in my system or hers when she is born, they will take her! That was 5 years ago and I haven't smoked since. I didn't know, I was young and was willing to smoke pot to keep my nausea away but still if you want to continue smoking it after August then go for it but I'm just saying if they find it in her urine or blood when she's born, that's it honey, they will take her away and put her in foster care! DHS ain't no joke!

[KTowne]

OH and msme, you're right, in my state, they ALWAYS do a blood test, and usually a hair sample where it goes back what? like 3 months, if there's any amount of drug CPS gets called, so that's also something to think about! It's nothing I have to sign consent for, anything, they just do it!

[KTowne]

I'm sorry but I agree with babymama, if it's something someone NOT CALLING ANYONE OUT SPECIFICALLY, can't get a hold on before/after/during, a baby being born, how is that child going to be raised? My dad did so many drugs when I was growing up, he was there in presence, and not in mind, and I swore to myself my son would NEVER grow up like that, my husband does NO drugs, and my father quit so he could see his grandson. Someday, you'll have to look back on this time in your life, and I would rather it be one I was proud of, the hardest part in my life and I stayed strong, and turning to ridiculous routines is not going to help, especially when a baby is born, how do you take care of a baby high, a NEWBORN baby? I would never put my son through that, I love him way too much,

[babymama1985]

You're not the only one going thru that. I happen to be a 26 year old who is unexpectedly pregnant and the babys father cheated on me and the lied for almost 2 months my face that he was seeing anyone while he continued to lead me on...nice right. I went the serious depression. And its an daily battle for me to get up and get my day started but I do it because I have a child to take care of in august and I have to prepare myself as much as I can. This babys life is all depending on you. Don't mess this up because life is not easy....it never will be. Drugs and alcohol are band aids....they solve nothing and when u come down ur problem is still there. You are messing with fire hunny....its not a game. Yeah a few ppl said their babies came out fine but what about 5 years down the road....this is bigger than u....God gave u the responsibility of this life....u gotta take it seriously. Have u thought about getting counseling? Smoking weed can't heal u or take away your worries. Just numbs you...but also prob does the same to baby. Gets in your blood stream and u share all that with him....

[cooljai]

Everyone has their own way of doing things n taking care of THEIR child not upset but I don't think this is the place to down anyone for THEIR decisions wen you know nothing about them.... As everyone else said its one if those maybe it will happen to me.. Maybe it won't situation!

[rachb11]

Keila__bean maybe try fixing some tea with it or something? I was an everyday smoker till I found out. I didnt do it for fun either, never did really wasnt a "party girl". But it helped me sleep. I also had a friend who never had an appetite. When she smoked it would help a lot. I'm not sure how safe fixing it would be. Could always ask or research. /:

[lovleyme]

I  kno it is not addictive for i have quit for awhile i just really wanted to kno if anyone knew if it harmed the baby for somtimes i wanna do it again  its not for fun its more for confert i guess i can say but again thanx for the comments i was just wondering.

[Keila_bean]

HERE is one article I read. There are many more too. http://www.cannabisculture.com/articles/1375.html



Its a very touchy subject.

[Keila_bean]

Actually... in moderation. I am very open with my dr's when it comes to this. If u smoke it to gave fun, you shouldn't be doing it. I use it for medicinal purposes. I'm on diclectin and gravol 4 of each daily and I STILL get sick. A little bit of weed helps me eat and keep food down. It also helps me relax as I'm very high strung most days. (Moved to a new province 2 weeks ago). My drr says its best to avoid smoking it. Try it in a herbal tea or cookies, so as not to deprive baby of oxygen. I tried the tea and cookies, they did not sit at all and came up very very shortly after consuming. I also did a lot of research on this topic as well thru drMs and articles. But remember! If used to have fun and not for medicinal purposes chances.are u shouldn't be having a kid if u stilll wanna party it up. I plan to stop right after baby is born or as soon as my bloody sickness goes away. Good luck and be careful. If u get high, so does baby.

[mrssandefur]

Oh, we shouldn't judge :) "Let ye who has no sin throw the first stone...."

Still waiting.
Seriously y'all, opinions are one thing, calling names is another.

Girl, do your research. I know its hard being a young mom. I'm 20 and this is my third. I get it. It is hard. There are risks, but you never know who it will and wont affect. My only suggestion is do what YOU think is best. I wasn't a perfect mom during any of my pregnancies.
Congratulations on your sweet baby! :)

[Jennyjoelogan]

Lovelyme.. I started smoking at a young age (14) and when i found out i was pregnant with my first child i completly stopped doing it. I had a long time smoking daily nights and i had a bad situation and guess what the love of my child made me stop it was hard because i never wanted to be sober i loved the high in me Thank god i stopped. I proved myself that weed isnt addictive I MATURED now and will not think for me only but for my kids.

[Msme3]

Well if anyone comes in here n asks for options they will get it! If someone's opinion is she's selfish that's her opinion u can't just come on here and think only your view is going to be shared! Just like her/your situation isn't ideal many people don't have an ideal situation and yet there no depending on drugs to get them through! Just because someone grows it (which is illegal) doesn't make them smart! It's not my child or my body so frankly I gave my opinion n I hope her/your child is okay but no way am I coming on here in August to find out! Or 9yrs from now when something maybe linked too smoking weed! Some drs do random drug test on the pee when u go in, and no they dont always tell u and certain insurances make drs do random test as well as checking the blood and placenta for drugs and your child can be kept away from u! My child is healthy I didn't do drugs and at the e of rhe day that's what matters to me

[shi923]

I agree with smiley. People shouldn't pass judgment on others peoples issues idc if it is weed. She had a question and people are acting as if.she's on crack. We all have skeletons.and no ones perfect or has the perfect pregnancy. What if someone said.img your.a single mom your shouldn't be allowed to raise your.baby because.a child needs 2  parents?.Or of someone said your crazy you were on antidepressants you.shouldnt.raise.a child? Or your.45 and pregnant your a bad mom your too old? Or your 300 pounds you shouldnt have a baby your too.big, you need to.loose weight b4 you conceive. All these things.are wrong we.shouldnt judge others unless you.want.your own life under a microscope. Let's help not judge

[smiley_one]

You need to be a little bit more educated on the subject before judging others. You don't know how often this person smokes or even what kind they do smoke. You don't know where they get it from or anything. It all depends on the person. Chances are since this person has been smoking it for a while it will not have such an impact on it as someone who just started smoking it. Do a little research. We aren't here to judge others and call them selfish and ignorant because of something you disagree with. They asked a simple question about weed. They didn't ask for anyone to judge them. They wanted to be more educated on the subject, not bashed.

[lovleyme]

Half these ppl said there babies came out fine an life is very hard for a 20 year old girl with an unexpected baby on the way. And a baby dad that is not around life is extremley fustrating dont get me wrong im trying but i just have those days like anyone else atleast i wont drink i kno my baby will really be in harm if so that.