The following is a commentary on the recently pub-lished guidelines for breastfeeding in
women with substance use disorders. 1 Delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (A9THC) is the major …

Breastfeeding is the optimal feeding method and human milk the optimal source of nutrition
for neonates and infants. Research addressing the impact of marijuana use during …

Marijuana is one of the most widely used recreational substances in the United States, with
high rates of use during peak childbearing years. Medical marijuana use is also becoming …

Protocol (# 21) of the Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine on the subject of ''Breastfeeding in
the Setting of Substance Use and Substance Use Disorder.''This most welcomed clinical …

With recent legalization of marijuana in numerous US states, the risk of marijuana exposure
via breast milk is a rising concern. This review analyzes the available human and animal …

Marijuana is one of the most widely used substances during pregnancy in the United States.
Emerging data on the ability of cannabinoids to cross the placenta and affect the …

Background: Breastfeeding is associated with substantial benefits for both the child and
mother. Most guidelines state that women who use illicit drugs should not breastfeed …

This column will review the information published in medical literature on the use of these
drugs. Cannabis and alcohol were reviewed recently, so they are not covered here. 1–3 …

Maternal drug use during lactation may have adverse effects on the health of their children.
Two common drugs used during this period are alcohol and cannabis. A literature search …

QUESTION: One of my breastfeeding patients is using marijuana to combat chronic pain. Is it
safe for her to breastfeed? ANSWER: Lactating mothers should refrain from consuming …