Next online training: OCT 18, Dr. Ira J. Chasnoff will be presenting "Psychosocial Risk for Pregnant and Parenting Women With a History of Substance Misuse: Building a Foundation for Gender-specific Treatment and Care." Learn more and register here: bit.ly/3szQ8nG.

⚠️ Think Twice: Marijuana and Pregnancy 🤔🌿 While marijuana is often seen as harmless, using it during pregnancy can increase the risk of stillbirth and developmental delays. Give your baby a healthy beginning! Learn more at bit.ly/3DBuiT6.

Addiction is a treatable medical problem, just like any other medical problem. sachealthybeginnings.com

FREE ONLINE TRAINING: Psychosocial Risk for Pregnant and Parenting Women with a History of Substance Misuse: Building a Foundation for Gender-specific Treatment and Care. Learn more and register at bit.ly/3szQ8nG.

While in the womb, a baby’s brain rapidly develops and continues to grow and into early childhood and beyond. If you’re #pregnant, it’s important to avoid substances like alcohol, tobacco, & marijuana – they can impact your baby’s #braindevelopment sachealthybeginnings.com.

👶 Infants Talk! 💬 When infants begin to babble, they like the people around them to talk back. Have fun talking with your baby. • Make silly noises • Play peek-a-boo games • Sing songs • Show and talk about simple picture books Learn more at bit.ly/3K6gd3G.

Secondhand smoke, whether from tobacco, marijuana, or other substances, can harm your baby. Marijuana smoke contains THC, which can cause a psychoactive reaction in kids: bit.ly/3QZIZqK.

Research shows that alcohol affects women differently than men. Differences in body structure and chemistry cause most women to absorb more alcohol and take longer to metabolize it than men. This can make women more susceptible to the long-term negative health effects of alcohol.

FREE WEBINAR! Learn more and register: bit.ly/3FG0ju5. Join us on Nov 6 for a live webinar by Ira J. Chasnoff, MD on Psychosocial Risk for Pregnant and Parenting Women with a History of Substance Misuse: Building a Foundation for Gender-specific Treatment and Care.

November is Prematurity Awareness Month. Premature birth means a baby is born too early. Babies aren’t fully developed until at least 39 weeks of pregnancy. Important development of their brains, lungs, and eyes occurs in the last few weeks of pregnancy.

Lori did find help and so can you. If you or a loved one are struggling with meth addiction, there is help available. You’re not alone, and it’s never too late. Find treatment services at bit.ly/3OC9nFR . #Recovery #Addiction #MethAwareness.

November 30th is National Meth Awareness Day. According to the Sacramento County Coroner's Office, SAC County suffered 250 meth-involved deaths in 2021 and 280 in 2022. Learn more at bit.ly/49jhjEh. #RecoveryIsPossible #MethAwareness #Recovery

After a lifetime of #addiction, Carlos Simpson got help and now works in the field of addiction, helping others. He is a proud father & grandfather. Carlos serves as a football and baseball coach & volunteers in his community. Find treatment at bit.ly/49jhjEh. #Recovery

In the United States, almost half a million babies are born too soon each year — that’s 1 in 9. The premature birth rate in our country is higher than that in many other developed nations. Premature birth is the # 1 cause of death during the first month of life.

Gaining the right amount of weight during pregnancy is essential for your baby's healthy development. However, excessive or inadequate weight gain can lead to serious health issues for both you and your baby. Learn more on the CDC website at bit.ly/3tZj6OA.

Gaining the right amount of weight during pregnancy is essential for your baby's healthy development. However, excessive or inadequate weight gain can lead to serious health issues for both you and your baby. Learn more on the CDC website at bit.ly/3tZj6OA.

Mom’s health is the best indicator of her baby’s health. Early and regular prenatal care is very important to monitor mom and baby to identify problems before they become serious. Every mom-to-be should know the signs of preterm labor and what to do if they occur.

Wishing everyone in Sacramento County and beyond a wonderful, heartwarming Thanksgiving filled with love, community, togetherness, and hope. May our homes be filled with love, laughter, and gratitude. 🏡❤️ sachealthybeginnings.com

New research emerges about the dangerous effects of cannabis use during pregnancy. Learn more: bit.ly/3NDgpZW.

How does stigma affect pregnant women/moms with substance use disorders (SUD)? Due to stigma, pregnant & postpartum women with SUD are less likely to seek treatment for substance use disorder, get prenatal care, & breastfeed their babies. More at bit.ly/48u1xFb.