Smoking Weed While Pregnant: What Are the Risks and Benefits?

As cannabis use becomes more common, many pregnant women are curious about whether they can safely use it. With questions like "Can you smoke weed while pregnant?" or "Is cannabis safe for nausea during pregnancy?" becoming more frequent, it's important to explore the potential risks and benefits.

What About the Benefits?

However, there are reasons some pregnant women consider smoking cannabis during pregnancy for nausea relief, especially if they suffer from severe morning sickness or hyperemesis. Cannabis is known for its anti-nausea properties, and some women find it more effective than prescription medications. But it's important to note that the method of consumption matters, and there may be safer alternatives to smoking, like edibles or oils, which can be an alternative to combustion. The benefits of cannabis are nearly endless, as the plant has hundreds, perhaps even thousands of applications and components that make it medicinal and beneficial for different people.

What Are the Risks?

If you Google this, you’ll get a slew of research and studies that warn against use and talk aaalll about the risks. However, if you’ve watched the Weed Womb Workshop, you know how limited these studies are and just how many confounding factors there are to consider. Every study that exists highlights the need for greater understanding and more consistent research to be done.

In a nutshell:

The decision to use cannabis during pregnancy is a personal one that should be made with as much information as possible. If you're curious about more comprehensive guidance, including safer alternatives and research on the topic, check out our free guide. It will help you navigate your options and decide what’s best for you. If you need more in-depth guidance, you can hire a canna-informed doula.