Substance Use
Using substances during pregnancy can affect both a baby’s health and development and may increase the risk of complications, such as fetal alcohol spectrum disorders. In some cases, prenatal exposure can also lead to newborns experiencing withdrawal symptoms after birth.
To learn more about how different substances may affect pregnancy and infant development, the following links provide guidelines and information. Please talk with your primary care provider for guidance and to ensure any changes are made in a safe manner. If you are currently using substances and would like support in limiting or stopping use, additional resources are listed below.
Substance Use
Alcohol:
Smoking:
Smoking, pregnancy, and babies (CDC) | Español: Tabaquismo, embarazo y bebés (CDC)
Cannabis (commonly known as weed or marijuana):
Cannabis and Pregnancy (CDC) | Español: El Cannabis y el Embarazo (CDC)
Opioids:
Opioids | Narcotics Fact Sheets (MotherTOBaby)
Support for Substance Use Disorder
If you or a loved are struggling to limit or stop substance use, please reach out to your doctor for proper guidance and support.
To locate a substance use treatment facility, visit findtreatment.gov.
For free, confidential support, call 1-800-662-HELP (4357) or TTY: 1-800-487-4889. This SAMHSA National Helpline service is available 24/7, 356 days a year, in both English and Spanish.
If you are in crisis, call or text 988, a free, 24-hour service that connects you with a trained crisis counselor.
Treatment Facility Locator:
Free Helpline:
Crisis Support:
Free Intervention Support for Fathers:
StarParent (StarCare Specialty Health System)