Joanie Sigal
Joanie Sigal
Leann Blaskowsky - Marijuana and the Unborn Child
Leann Blaskowsky - Marijuana and the Unborn Child
Leann Blaskowsky - Marijuana and the Unborn Child
Friday 20th September 2024
Leann Blaskowsky discusses the risks of marijuana use during pregnancy and its impact on newborns. Essential listening for expecting parents.
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Get the buttons here!Marijuana and Pregnancy: Risks You Need to Know
Episode Overview
- Marijuana use during pregnancy can have serious effects on newborns.
- Leann Blaskowsky shares her extensive experience in neonatal care.
- Understanding the long-term impacts of prenatal marijuana exposure is crucial.
- Informed choices during pregnancy can protect future generations.
- Public health implications of marijuana legalization are discussed.
You're playing Russian roulette with another life - just don't do it.
In this episode of The Addiction Podcast - Point of No Return, host Joanie Sigal dives into a sensitive and often overlooked topic: the impact of marijuana on unborn children. Guest Leann Blaskowsky, a seasoned neonatal nurse practitioner, shares her extensive experience and research on how prenatal exposure to marijuana can affect newborns. Leann's background in neonatal care gives her a unique perspective, making her insights both informative and eye-opening.
She discusses the potential risks and long-term effects of marijuana use during pregnancy and breastfeeding, shedding light on a subject that many might find controversial but crucial to understand. Leann also touches on the broader implications of marijuana legalization and its impact on public health, particularly concerning pregnant women and their babies. Her heartfelt stories and professional anecdotes offer a compelling narrative that underscores the importance of making informed choices during pregnancy.
If you're curious about the real effects of marijuana on developing fetuses or know someone who might benefit from this knowledge, this episode is a must-listen. It's not just about understanding the risks; it's about protecting future generations from preventable harm.