Quote Originally Posted by trippruss
anything that goes into your lungs & limits the amount of oxygen they can absorb will negatively affect a fetus. here in michigan all hospitals test baby fecal matter @ birth for signs of marijuana, cocaine, & herion. r

good point... but marijuana INCREASES the amount of oxygen capacity and subsequent amount availlable for absorbtion into the blood stream.It expands the lungs and allows for deeper, more efficient breathing.


My wife smoked until the pregnancy test came back positive. She then gave up all sources of toxins and potential adverse health effects. I was amazingly proud of her willpwer. She consumed only the highest grade healthy organic foods and took superb care of herself and my developing son. He came out at 10 pounds.She started smoking again shortly after she was done breast feeding.
I applaud your efforts to quit smoking cigarettes and your recognition that you still have some way to go to ensure your health and your baby's health.
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I agree that your medical use of marijuana is far better for your baby and you than the alternative pharmaceuticals. Limit your use to meds and not recreation is my suggestion.
Finding published info on the honest effects, good and bad, of MJ during pregnancy is not easy.
Im sure we can dig something up for you though.

cheers.
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