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Pregnant and Addicted? When It's Hard To Say "I Quit"...
Will they take my child away if I admit to using substances? Or will they treat me like I am a monster??
The most important thing is not to promise the mother that her children will or won’t be taken away, because that depends on the circumstances, the substance involved, the safety of the children, state law, and what happens when she seeks care.
If the mother is considering not getting prenatal care or avoiding treatment because she's afraid CPS will find out, I would address that directly. Emphasize the importance of medical care for her and the baby.
As a family member or Peer, help reduce anxiety & increase education so that not the decision she makes is not based on fear. Research and find out what the mothers actual options are and present them to her.
Asking for help and being honest about the frequency and type of substance use is a much better place to start than trying to hide it, pregnant or as a parent.
There are more than choices now than ever before! a
Getting into treatment, prenatal care, and recovery support as soon as possible can make a real difference.
Substance use, or taking drugs and drinking alcohol, is not recommended during a pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
Substance use can have a wide range of harmful effects on a developing baby, especially on their brain. Substance use may cause a baby to go into withdrawal at birth. Other effects may only be seen as a child grows up and is learning to walk, talk, and learn in school.
To have the healthiest pregnancy and baby possible, try to quit using substances. If you are unable to quit, reduce your use as much as possible. Getting prenatal care, even if you are unable to stop use, can still be one of the best things you can do for your baby’s health.
Pregnant and parenting people who use substances face tremendous stigma and judgment when they seek medical care. Experience with bias, judgment, and scrutiny – especially from healthcare workers, loved ones, family, and friends – can isolate people and make it harder to seek prenatal care, mental health counseling, social services, and community support.
People don’t like to go to places where they don’t feel welcomed. They may fear for their safety, or the safety of their children, or their pregnancy. That’s why having even one nonjudgmental and trustworthy person to support them can make all the difference in the world.
See Thru Recovery for Pregnant Women
The Grove: Compassionate Support for Healthy Living, in a Safe, Supportive Community, with Round-the-Clock Support!
At The Grove, we understand the complexities of your journey.
Our fully staffed, 24/7 residential program is designed specifically for pregnant and parenting individuals facing substance use disorders. Our dedicated addiction specialists provide the support and guidance you need to reclaim your health and happiness, fostering a nurturing environment for both you and your child.
The Grove provides a warm, welcoming environment where you can connect with others who share similar experiences. Our community encourages healing and growth, offering a space where you can feel safe, supported, and understood.
Access to Parenting Resources and Education
Our program includes essential parenting resources that give you the knowledge and skills needed to nurture your child effectively. From prenatal education to parenting classes, we help you build a strong foundation for your family.
Family-Centered Services
We understand the importance of family bonds, especially for parents. Our services foster healthy connections through family therapy, parenting workshops, and supportive activities that promote positive relationships between parents and children
Are You Pregnant and Need Help?
Tobacco Use During Pregnancy
Quitting at any point during your pregnancy provides immediate benefits to your baby’s health. If you are looking for support to quit smoking, evidence-based tools and specialized programs can assist you in finding success.
There is an incorrect perception that vaping represents a safer alternative to cigarette smoking because users are not inhaling tobacco combustion products, these products often contain nicotine or nicotine salts. Even if nicotine is not present in the e-liquid, exposure to flavorings and combustion products from the heating mechanism occurs. Nicotine crosses the placenta and intake in any form has considerable health risks with known adverse effects on fetal brain and lung tissue
Healthy Moms. Strong Babies.
Secondhand smoke is smoke you breathe in from someone else’s cigarette, cigar, pipe or other tobacco product. Secondhand smoke is dangerous for you and your baby. Being around secondhand smoke during pregnancy can cause your baby to be born with low birthweight or birth defects.
Secondhand smoke also is dangerous to your baby after birth. Babies exposed to secondhand smoke are more likely than babies who aren’t to die of SIDS.
Thirdhand smoke is what’s left behind when someone smokes. It’s what you smell on things like clothes, furniture, carpet, walls, skin and hair that’s been in or around smoke.
Thirdhand smoke contains more than 250 chemicals and is harmful to pregnant women, babies and children. Tobacco products come in many different forms and shapes, including:
- cigarettes
- cigars
- cigarillos
- little cigars
- pipes
- electronic cigarettes
- water pipes called hookah or shisha
- dissolvable products
- smokeless tobacco products such as chew, spit and snuff.
All tobacco products can leave behind chemical residue. Burning marijuana produces smoke that consists of a mixture of chemicals that leaves behind thirdhand smoke residue similar to that generated from burning tobacco products.
More Resources For Women
Sandstone Care Center, Reston, Virginia
Focus on treatment programs for children and adolescents, but young adults up to 30 years of age are admitted.
Pregnant women are accepted on a case-by-case basis as deemed necessary by the supervising medical director.
Help for Pre and Postpartum Women at Breaking Through in Dan
Breaking Through: A Clinical & Consulting Firm
At Breaking Through: we want you to know that counseling is meant to bring you relief, not add to your stress. Located in Danville, VA, we proudly serve our community with both in-person sessions and the convenience of telehealth appointments, making quality care more accessible to you.
Breaking Through is a private practice that provides
At Breaking Through: we want you to know that counseling is meant to bring you relief, not add to your stress. Located in Danville, VA, we proudly serve our community with both in-person sessions and the convenience of telehealth appointments, making quality care more accessible to you.
Breaking Through is a private practice that provides individual, family, and group counseling services for adults, children, and families. We set goals, and we empower our clients to make lasting changes in their lives that will improve their overall health.
We treat the following for women:
Post-Partum Depression
- Self-Esteem Issues
- Relational Issues
- Issues Adjusting to Life Transition
- Grief, Loss, & Bereavement
- Stress