SAN DIEGO COUNTY, Calif. — The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) has released new guidelines urging women to refrain from using cannabis during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
The guidance, according to the recently released review, comes as cannabis use among pregnant and lactating women has increased nationwide. The increase is driven by legalization, availability, and the views that cannabis is a safe, natural alternative to prescription medication.
The College of OB/GYNs reports that using cannabis at any point in pregnancy has been linked to adverse outcomes, including preterm birth, low birth weight and possible developmental delays…