How do doctors & nurses determine whether to test babys first poop or not ?

[Rorykaypark23]

So back in 2013 shortly after I had my son , I developed an addiction to opiates (prescribed) and that eventually led to me using heroine. I ended up finding a doctor who prescribed me suboxone, and I was with him for about a year ... he ended up deciding to leave his practice at the same time I was about 19 weeks pregnant. Anyone that knows anything about suboxone (subtext at this point because I got switched due to being pregnant) knows that the withdrawal is just as severe if not worse than heroin withdrawal. I did tell all of this to my obgyn and he began trying to help me find a new doctor to prescribe the medication , because he didn't have a license to. But in the mean time , I did end up relapsing for about two in a half weeks (I was around 23 weeks at this point) but thankfully I found a new doctor and immediately stopped using the heroin. I'm just worried now because of the fact that I did relapse , and I know if any doctor or hospital were to look up my history , they would see a history of drug abuse as well as me being on the subutex. I'm worried that they may test my baby's poop , and it will come out positive for the heroine.. but like I said , I did tell my ob and he's informed about everything (except for that I relapsed) I'm thinking of telling him that at my next appointment. I'm just also wondering if he could explain to them what my situation was at the time , and don't misunderstand I am disgusted with myself for using while my child was in my stomach , but even he (my on) was urgent on finding me a new doctor as soon as possible because he said that withdrawing would be harder on the baby more than anything else . I don't know I'm freaking out . I plan to even get off of the subs after the baby is born & I have no desire to ever use again , and I just don't want to loose my baby ...

[eprather]

I would say that they will definitely test the baby's poop because of your history.  As far as I know every baby is screened for drugs.  This is a touchy subject because childrens services or whatever it's called in your location can take your baby based on your history and the positive results.  I would contact someone who knows a bit more about what would happen after the baby is born.  I'm not an expert by any means and I hope that you can keep the child as long as you stay clean.  There is someone in social services who can give you answers.  I as well will have you in my prayers and I hope everything turns out ok.

[Karinakins]

Oh wow this is intense. You need to be consistent and seek immediate attention.. the worse thing that can happen is your baby be born and be an opiate addict.. Baby will suffer so much! I hope you find the help you need and stay strong momma you have a little tiny baby in you I believe in you and I will pray that you can overcome this horrible addiction. If you ever need to talk hit me up. Keep us posted!