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Is Nexplanon contraceptive implant safe for breastfeeding moms?

admin — Thu, 13 Dec 2018 22:10:09 +0000

Is Nexplanon contraceptive implant safe for breastfeeding moms?

admin Thu, 12/13/2018 - 16:10

Nexplanon has become a very popular contraceptive method in recent years because it lasts for 3 years and you do not have to take a pill every day. While the idea of an implant under the skin is daunting, many still prefer it over IUD insertion or taking oral contraceptive pills every day.

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Free Copy: Transfer of Inhaled Cannabis Into Human Breast Milk

admin — Wed, 02 May 2018 16:48:53 +0000

Free Copy: Transfer of Inhaled Cannabis Into Human Breast Milk

admin Wed, 05/02/2018 - 11:48

Legalization of recreational cannabis use in several states has caused growing unease in the medical community regarding the health risks associated with this drug, especially in pregnant and breastfeeding women. Although cannabis is one of the most widely used phytocannabinoid drugs in the world, understanding of the long-term neurobehavioral effect of cannabis use, particularly in the developing brain, is limited to observational and animal data.

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Kratom

tom — Mon, 20 Feb 2017 19:18:02 +0000

Kratom

tom Mon, 02/20/2017 - 13:18

Kratom was on the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency’s (DEA) list of drugs of concern since 20051 and was almost reclassified as a Schedule I drug in 2016. The reclassification was eventually put on hold due to massive public outcry and Kratom currently remains legal in most states in the U.S.2 However, there is no question that the number of Kratom exposures in the US is on the rise.

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Effects of Marijuana on the Fetus and Breastfeeding Infants.

admin — Tue, 22 Sep 2015 16:32:01 +0000

Effects of Marijuana on the Fetus and Breastfeeding Infants.

admin Tue, 09/22/2015 - 11:32

Current studies indicate that approximately 4% of women in the USA use illicit drugs while pregnant. Seventy five percent of these cases report the use of marijuana. Despite the widespread use of this product, the public is not aware of the potential neurobehavioral effects of this drug on the fetus or the newborn infant.

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Caffeine Intake in Pregnant and Breastfeeding Women

admin — Thu, 04 Sep 2014 17:45:54 +0000

Caffeine Intake in Pregnant and Breastfeeding Women

admin Thu, 09/04/2014 - 12:45

Caffeine is the most commonly consumed drug in the world. It occurs naturally in many plants and is chemically added to a wide variety of products. Most coffees, sodas, teas, and chocolates, as well as some medications, contain caffeine. Many women are in the habit of consuming caffeine before they become pregnant and want to know if it is safe for their baby before they continue.

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