drug testing in newborns

[dechi22]

Please anyone with negative comments dont respond. just need help. I was in a bad car accident a few years ago and therefore got addicted to pain killers. i have moderatly used them throughout my pregnancy and am now 35 weeks and dont know how to tell my dr with fear of losing my child. i have recently quit taking the pills. can they still detect the drug in me or my babies meconium?

[Quinns momma]

We are all so proud of you! Please keep us updated on your progress. :)

[dechi22]

Thank you all again...6th day no pills and im really happy. a little nervous to talk to my dr but im just staying positive that all will go well..its so hard when you see so many different drs..hard to tell who you really feel comfertable telling ya know. but i have faith that being honest will be better in the long run! but having positive ppl has really helped me as well

[Sunkissed19]

Congratulations, we're all very proud of you!! you will make a great mother :)

[LosingMyMindInGA]

Good luck and congrats on the pregnancy and the 5 days no pills.  It's always hard to kick an addiction but once you do you will have this overwhelming sense of pride and accomplishment.  I know, I quit smoking after almost 13 years, I quit Cold Turkey!!  That was december 2000 and I havent' had a single one since.  Good luck, stay positive and stay focused on why you are trying so hard to do this!!!

[dechi22]

so i have been 5 days now with no pills and feel fantastic..so glad i made the decision. now i have an appt tues and will tell my drs so theres no suprise. thank you all for your support! i appreciate it

[adgal]

Sorry, needed to clarify my comment above...baby may not experience withdrawals at birth if she stops now, but could very well experience wd's now.  Lol, pregnancy brain taking over for me.....