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More women are turning to marijuana to treat pregnancy-related illnesses, but experts warn of possible adverse side effects.

Cannabis use is rising among pregnant women — especially during the first trimester, the most critical period of fetal development, according to the National Survey on Drug Use and Health, published annually by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration.

Women are turning to marijuana during pregnancy to combat issues such as stress and anxiety, nausea, lack of sleep, vomiting and pain.

USING MARIJUANA TO COPE WITH STRESS OR TRAUMA MAY BACKFIRE, STUDIES WARN

Approximately one in six women admitted to using marijuana or a cannabidiol product while pregnant, but half were not a

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