Even minor usage of tobacco, alcohol, or drugs during your pregnancy can cause serious risks for the health of your… long-term conditions or even death. The American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) supports education on the risks of substance use and abuse during pregnancy. The…
Neonatal abstinence syndrome (NAS) occurs when a baby is exposed to drugs in the womb. After birth, the baby goes… painkillers. This includes: heroin methadone oxycodone codeine morphine buprenorphine Babies also can get NAS from other addictive substances, such as: cocaine amphetamines marijuana nicotine alcohol…
Developing healthy habits when you’re a teenager will help you as you grow into an adult. Learn tips for staying… includes being bullied online or on your phone. Behavioral health: Taking care of your safety through your behaviors Avoid substance use or abuse. This includes…
Galactorrhea is when one or both breasts make milk or a milky discharge unrelated to milk production in breastfeeding… symptom of galactorrhea. If you have blood in the breast discharge, you should contact your doctor. Other related symptoms may include: An absence of menstrual periods…
Prenatal care means taking care of yourself and your baby before he or she is born, including living a healthy… smoke. Smoking raises your risk for miscarriage, preterm birth, low birth weight, and other health problems. Don’t use drugs. Cocaine, heroin, marijuana, and other drugs…