Tag Archives: Substance Use While Pregnant in Quarantine

Substance Use While Pregnant Have you just found out that you are pregnant? Are you stuck at home and find yourself wanting to use to ease the boredom? What do you do first? It is important for a pregnant woman to know how to take care of herself and in turn take care of her baby - even if you are choosing adoption. Immediately upon finding out you are pregnant, a woman must stop smoking, using drugs, and stop drinking alcohol to ensure health. Good nutrition, exercise, and reducing stress are all important to a mother and baby's well-being too. Abstaining from alcohol and drug use (illegal and prescription), unless a Doctor has advised otherwise, is critical during pregnancy. Adoption Choices of Missouri strives to offer education and information on substance use…