Breastfeeding and Marijuana
Think mixing breastfeeding and marijuana is harmless? Just think you are smoking a little pot? Think again.
What do Researchers Say about Marijuana and Breastfeeding?
Marijuana contains an active ingredient called THC. THC is stored in mom's fat tissues for weeks to months after use. Then any additional use causes a “build up” in mom’s body. Concentrated amounts are then passed to children through mom’s breast milk.In fact, children exposed to marijuana through breastfeeding will test positive in drug tests for long periods of time--up to three weeks after exposure!
This is Very Dangerous
I am not your mother. I can’t tell you what to do. But if you are a child’s mother who is considering taking a chance and using marijuana while breastfeeding, just don’t. The risks are not worth it.
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