While marijuana is not the primary focus of the Breathe program, it is closely tied to tobacco use. So we have some important information to share, especially when it comes to marijuana use around children or during pregnancy.
Breathe Resources About Marijuana
This 1-minute video covers the risks of marijuana use during pregnancy as well as the harmful effects for babies and young children if they are exposed to marijuana smoke:
No matter how marijuana/THC products are being consumed, they can be dangerous for babies during pregnancy. Anything mom puts into her body can get to the baby, so marijuana use in any form during pregnancy could cause problems before or after the birth. This worksheet gives insight into the potential dangers of marijuana use during pregnancy:
Exposure to marijuana smoke can cause health issues in children, such as asthma attacks and memory issues. This handout goes over facts about marijuana use near kids and babies:
Don’t fall for the myths about marijuana being ‘safer’. This worksheet debunks many common myths about marijuana and how it may actually be affecting the body.
Just as there are dangers with tobacco, exposure to secondhand marijuana smoke also poses risks for children. This worksheet offers ideas on how to keep kids safe from secondhand marijuana smoke:
Other Resources
Maternal Health and Cannabis Use
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