What are the Health Effects of Marijuana Exposure to the unborn fetus:
While some mothers might use Marijuana to treat the negative symptoms of pregnancy, such as morning sickness, and pain, the latest research shows that no amount of Marijuana is safe during pregnancy. The effects of Marijuana can be passed onto the fetus through the placenta. Research has indicates that infants exposed to Marijuana in the womb, when compared to mother’s who did not use Marijuana during pregnancy, found that it effected the baby’s mental and physical development, as well as higher risks of being born too small and too early. Fetal growth is an important sign of the baby’s wellbeing.