Navigating Holiday Stress While Expecting
Explore practical strategies for managing mental health during the holidays, especially for pregnant individuals. Learn how to handle stress, combat loneliness, navigate family dynamics, manage financial strain, and prioritize self-care for a meaningful and balanced holiday season.
The Intersection of Mental Health and Prenatal Substance Use
From the risks associated with prenatal substance use to effective support interventions like integrated treatment models and community support groups, this blog explores how untreated mental health conditions can drive substance use and harm both mother and fetus. Learn about the barriers to treatment and stigma reduction, along with how compassionate, integrated healthcare can improve outcomes for pregnant women facing co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders.
Meth and Motherhood: The Risks of Methamphetamine Use During Pregnancy
Learn the risks of methamphetamine use during pregnancy and how to find support. This blog explains how meth affects both mother and baby, highlights the latest data, and explores treatment options to ensure the health of both. Discover prevention strategies and the importance of reaching out for help – because it’s never too late to seek support and protect your baby’s future.
Expecting the Unexpected: The Risks of Marijuana Use During Pregnancy
Learn about the risks of marijuana use during pregnancy in this comprehensive blog. Explore how marijuana can impact fetal development, leading to issues like low birth weight, preterm birth, and cognitive delays. Discover strategies for quitting, alternative therapies, and how to create a supportive environment for a healthy pregnancy.
The Impact of Prenatal Fentanyl Exposure: A Growing Concern
Fentanyl, a powerful synthetic opioid, has become a major public health threat due to its high potential for misuse and its dangerously deceptive nature, contributing to a rise in fatal overdoses over the last decade. Among the most vulnerable populations affected by the opioid crisis are pregnant women and their fetuses. Prenatal exposure to opioids, including fentanyl, poses severe risks to fetal development and long-term health outcomes.