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Alcohol Use in Pregnancy: Even Low Levels of Alcohol Exposure Associated with Craniofacial Abnormalities

While different countries may have different attitudes toward the consumption of alcohol during pregnancy, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has taken a firm stand against the use of alcohol during pregnancy. In the report [...]

By |2020-11-26T08:26:59-04:00July 11th, 2017|Perinatal Substance Use|Comments Off on Alcohol Use in Pregnancy: Even Low Levels of Alcohol Exposure Associated with Craniofacial Abnormalities

New Studies: How Maternal Depression Affects the Developing Brain

When a woman comes in for a consultation regarding the use of medications during pregnancy, we spend most of our time reviewing the potential risks of exposure to medications during pregnancy.  However, we must also [...]

By |2024-03-25T08:29:54-04:00December 12th, 2016|Depressive Disorders, Psychiatric Disorders During Pregnancy|Comments Off on New Studies: How Maternal Depression Affects the Developing Brain
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