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Depression During Pregnancy Doubles Risk of Cannabis Use in Colorado Birthing Individuals

This study examines cannabis use during and after pregnancy in Colorado, a state where it is legal, revealing that depression during pregnancy doubled perinatal use.

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Breaking the Substance Abuse Cycle

From early intervention strategies to building trust and knowing when to refer, we cover practical, evidence-based tools to help young patients on the path to recovery.

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Breastfeeding & Marijuana

Listen to experts discuss marijuana use during pregnancy and breastfeeding, and a study to explore how THC is excreted in breast milk.

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The Facts About Marijuana

Our experts answer parents' questions about marijuana, how it’s used and possible side effects of the drug.

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Recent Research Topics in Pediatrics That Could Change the Way You Practice

Pediatricians and editors of the peer-reviewed medical journal Pediatrics discuss recent research studies that could change the way you practice pediatrics.

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Marijuana as Medicine

Learn about the current state of medical marijuana in pediatric medicine.

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How to Store Marijuana Safely at Home

If you keep marijuana in your home, it’s important to store it safely away from kids. Learn how to prevent accidental ingestion of marijuana or edibles.

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Acute Marijuana Intoxication

Accidental marijuana ingestion can be harmful in children & teens. Learn about the effects of marijuana ingestion on children from Children's Colorado.

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Marijuana Breast Milk Research

Children's Colorado led a study of marijuana use during pregnancy to determine how long the drug remains in a mother's breast milk.

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Neonatology Research

With more than 27 perinatal research awards, neonatologists at Children’s Hospital Colorado are renowned for their research with many neonatal conditions and general fetal medicine.

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Marijuana in Breast Milk

For breastfeeding mothers who smoke marijuana, research is revealing concerning findings. Among them, the amount of THC excreted in breast milk and how long it lasts.