Copyright MotherJourney/Laurel Wilson 2018 Handout – Top Takeaways Up In Smoke: The Potential Long Term Impact of Cannabis Use During Perinatal Period Laurel Wilson, IBCLC, RLC, BSc,CLE, CCCE, CLD www.motherjourney.com NOTES
[email protected] For list of references/resources/additional information, please visit: http://motherjourney.com/marijuana-and-breastfeeding.html Objectives: • Identify the two active cannabinoids found in cannabis of potential concern during pregnancy and breastfeeding. • Identify two potential risks to the developing baby for prenatal and postpartum exposure to cannabis. • State at least two open ended questions to use when discussing marijuana use and breastfeeding with their clients/patients. Takeaways: Cannabis is the most commonly used illicit substance among pregnant women in Western societies. Legal use in 9 states, all but four states have some form of legalization. Use of Cannabis during Perinatal period: • 3.9% of pregnant women used in past month and 7.0% used in past 2-12 months marijuana* • Past year users 16.2% were daily users* • Self reported use 5.7% in pregnancy and 5% during lactation** Considered a Schedule 1 Substance Federally - A dangerous substance with a high potential for abuse and no valid medical purpose Should not be shared/duplicated without permission,
[email protected] Copyright MotherJourney/Laurel Wilson 2018 However, The National Academy of Science, Engineering and NOTES Medicine found that: • There is conclusive or substantial evidence that cannabis or cannabinoids are