{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"The MomBaby Podcast","title":"Cannabis Use and Pregnancy: What We Know","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":1560,"description":"In North Carolina, the legal landscape surrounding cannabis is increasingly complex, with readily available products like CBD, Delta 8, Delta 10, and THCA. While these may be marketed as \"natural\" alternatives, the unregulated nature of this market raises significant concerns about product purity and accurate labeling. Given the rising rates of cannabis use among pregnant and postpartum individuals, often for self-medication of common pregnancy symptoms like nausea and anxiety, it's crucial to understand the implications for maternal and infant health. \nSo what exactly are the consequences of consuming cannabis products during pregnancy?\nErin McClain and Megan Williams from the UNC Collaborative for Maternal and Infant Health's You Quit, Two Quit program talk through:Demystifying Cannabis: Learn the differences between THC (marijuana) and CBD, and explore the various forms of cannabis products available, including Delta 8, Delta 10, and THCA.North Carolina's Confusing Landscape: Understand the legal status of cannabis in North Carolina, including the nuances of the 2018 Farm Bill and the unique situation on the Qualla Boundary.The Problem with a Gray Market: Discover the significant lack of oversight in the unregulated cannabis market, and why this poses potential risks due to inaccurate labeling and contaminants like lead and mold.Why are Pregnant Individuals Using Cannabis? Gain insight into the reasons behind the uptick in cannabis use among pregnant individuals, often for self-medication of symptoms like nausea, anxiety, and sleep issues, and the influence of aggressive marketing.Risks of Cannabis Use in Pregnancy: Explore the growing evidence on the potential harms, including increased risk of low birth weight, preterm birth, gestational hypertension, and infant death. The episode also highlights the magnified risks when cannabis is co-used with tobacco.Empowering Providers: Get practical advice for healthcare providers on how to approach conversations about...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/bwFatTAT0zxaa9W0nJ3Fy4qe1ZjLpNzJwA0Zkcfjk84/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9jNDRh/ZDNlM2RlNTY0NzMz/MGVlNzAxYjYyZDc2/OGJmNS5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}