Mayo clinic defines substances use as a disease that affects a person's brain and behavior and leads to an inability to control the use of a legal or illegal drug or medicine. Substances can include alcohol, marijuana, opiates, nicotine, etc. #April #msacd #Emory #breastfeeding #pregnancy
Happy April! Tune in this month as we discuss the basics of substance use disorder!#April #msacd #Emory #breastfeeding #substanceuseprevention #pregnancy #childdevelopment #2026
Choosing to remain substance free during pregnancy and breast feeding is a beautiful thought that comes with many benefits! #March #msacd #Emory #breastfeeding #substanceuseprevention #pregnancy #childdevelopment #2026
Wanting to increase the odds of healthy brain development? Try a substance free pregnancy! #March #msacd #Emory #breastfeeding #substanceuseprevention #pregnancy #childdevelopment #2026
It's estimated that about 17% of children aged 3-17 are diagnosed with a developmental disability. #March #msacd #Emory #breastfeeding #substanceuseprevention #pregnancy #childdevelopment #2026
We're bringing back our brain chat month! We'll be chatting about neurodevelopment! #March #msacd #Emory #breastfeeding #substanceuseprevention #pregnancy #childdevelopment #2026
Happy March! This month we will be taking a look at how substance use impacts neurodevelopment. #March #msacd #Emory #breastfeeding #substanceuseprevention #pregnancy #childdevelopment #2026
Research consistently shows that prevention is one of the best ways to avoid poor health outcomes. You can choose to practice prevention while pregnant and/or breastfeeding! #February #msacd #Emory #breastfeeding #substanceuseprevention #pregnancy #childdevelopment #2026
Will you stand with us and support substance free pregnancies? #February #msacd #Emory #breastfeeding #substanceuseprevention #pregnancy #childdevelopment #2026
Fall in love with substance use prevention! When you choose a substance free pregnancy, you strengthen the odds of a healthier pregnancy! #February #msacd #Emory #breastfeeding #substanceuseprevention #pregnancy #childdevelopment #2026
Did you know February is American Heart Month? Let's get to the heart of prevention! #February #msacd #Emory #breastfeeding #substanceuseprevention #pregnancy #childdevelopment #2026
Happy February!
#February #msacd #Emory #breastfeeding #substanceuseprevention #pregnancy #childdevelopment #2026
We are urging you to give your newborn a warm welcome by making sure they arrive drug free. #November #msacd #Emory #breastfeeding #substanceuseprevention #pregnancy #childdevelopment
Did you know these 5 common symptoms of NAS? #November #msacd #Emory #breastfeeding #substanceuseprevention #pregnancy #childdevelopment
Tell your healthcare provider about prenatal exposures to better ensure a positive outcome for your newborn. #November #msacd #Emory #breastfeeding #substanceuseprevention #pregnancy #childdevelopment
The placenta grows in the uterus and provides food and oxygen for your baby. If you use drugs, they can be passed to your baby too. #November #msacd #Emory #breastfeeding #substanceuseprevention #pregnancy #childdevelopment
About 80 newborns are diagnosed with NAS daily. #November #msacd #Emory #breastfeeding #substanceuseprevention #pregnancy #childdevelopment
It is estimated that 1 baby every 19 minutes is diagnosed with NAS #November #msacd #Emory #breastfeeding #substanceuseprevention #pregnancy #childdevelopment
Infants with NAS may encounter vomiting, loose stool, rapid heart rate, sleeplessness, tense muscles, sweating, reddened fingertips, etc. #November #msacd #Emory #breastfeeding #substanceuseprevention #pregnancy #childdevelopment
Approximately 7/1000 newborns are diagnosed with NAS. #November #msacd #Emory #breastfeeding #substanceuseprevention #pregnancy #childdevelopmen
Infants with NAS typically stay i the NICU within a 2 week time frame. #November #msacd #Emory #breastfeeding #substanceuseprevention #pregnancy #childdevelopment
Did you know that Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome is called NAS or NWS (neonatal withdrawal syndrome) ?#November #msacd #Emory #breastfeeding #substanceuseprevention #pregnancy #childdevelopment
It's November, and the "N" in stands for Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome! Check back in throughout the month to hear more about it! #November #msacd #Emory #breastfeeding #substanceuseprevention #pregnancy #childdevelopment
