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Can CBD and Cannabis Help or Hurt New Moms?
The global acceptance being enjoyed by cannabis has increased the demography of people that use the medicinal herb.
Gone are the days when those who use cannabis are known as stoners and potheads, now, professionals, elites, and
parents all use cannabis for di erent reasons. The increase in the number of legal markets has also resulted in more
women using cannabis for a myriads of reasons. With the peculiarities of women as mothers and the scenario of
pregnancy, di erent questions are being asked on how marijuana and its cannabinoids can be bene cial to moms
especially after pregnancy.
General use of marijuana and CBD by women
Marijuana has been bene cial to women in a number of ways. Aside from the euphoric high promoted by THC,
marijuana strains high in CBD help to promote calm and relaxation from stress, relief from pain and overall wellness.
CBD oils and tinctures have also been used to reduce in ammation, promote quality sleep and boost mood. These are
the common e ects of CBD and marijuana that are well-known, however, works of research are ongoing into the

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possible usefulness and e ectiveness of CBD during the postpartum period. Dr. Marina Yuabova FNP, DN, and an
Associate Professor in Health and Science Department at CUNY is spearheading an inquiry into this application for CBD
lotions and creams.
CBD has already been properly established as a remedy for pain. The incorporation of medical marijuana in a number
of states has also promoted the reality of CBD as a substitute for opioids. Some studies are tapered along this line as
they seek the full incorporation of CBD use for pain as a solution to the opioid epidemic. This was supported by a recent
study by the University of Washington where the usefulness of CBD in decreasing overdose and dependence risk of
opiates was weighed. Some other studies however are not in total agreement with this position as they claim CBD still
has a long way to go before it becomes an alternative to opiates
Marijuana and CBD in Postpartum Depression (https://cannabis.net/blog/medical/can-you-treat-postpartum-
depression-with-cannabis)
The postpartum period for women is very delicate as it comes with a myriad of emotional and physical strains on the
body. The joy of a given birth after about 9 months of pregnancy truly is a sight for every mother but some hormonal
e ects take place after birth that are not so palatable. Anxiety and depression are two of the major concerns that
plague the postpartum period which is why di erent studies have been carried out on the e ect of CBD oil and
marijuana to remedy the situation.
Marijuana for example is known to be e ective in dealing with depression thanks to the entourage e ect of THC, CBD,
and other cannabinoids in the plant matrix. This has led to its use in a number of mental health disorders like PTSD and
major depression. This serves as the basis for inquiry into its use for postpartum depression but the available research
is still limited in terms of accurate dosage and frequency of use to attain this e ect. Another worrisome angle is the fact
that such mothers can also develop apathy and lack of motivation by using marijuana making the use of marijuana very
complex for postpartum depression.
CBD oil on the other hand is more directed towards dealing with issues of anxiety. Though an extract from marijuana
itself, isolated CBD has a better spectrum of activity in terms of promoting relaxation and calmness. This is the basis for
which CBD oil has been purported as a solution to anxiety problems that plague some mothers after giving birth.
Unfortunately, the lack of concrete clinical evidence and concrete research is still limiting the use of CBD for this

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purpose on a large scale. It should be noted that some will also argue that this is hormonally driven thus making the
use of CBD seem less e ective. Though iy may be valid, these questions can only be answered with concrete clinical
studies.
Arguments for and against marijuana and CBD
Breastfeeding women are naturally advised to stay o marijuana products because 10 to 30% of the concentration of
THC in the body is delivered into breast milk. This is then aggravated by the fact that some studies have shown that THC
in infants can give rise to issues like gross motor delay in children. CBD oil on the other hand is less contraindicated
because it does not sip into breast milk and it has not been linked to dependence or abuse. One major issue that hangs
over the head of CBD oil use is the production process as some are known to contain residues of pesticides and
extraction materials.
The need for more studies and extensive works of research
The lack of su cient medical research also limits how much marijuana and CBD oil can be used to help mothers dealing
with postpartum anxiety and depression. The absence of results on interaction between marijuana products and
prescription drugs like antidepressants limits the scope of medical recommendations that can be o ered. With so many
unknown variables and di erent pointers for and against the use of marijuana and CBD oil for lactating mothers due to
their infants, it is hard to draw a concrete conclusion. One thing is for sure, there is a need for more studies to show
how CBD oil or marijuana can be used to help women dealing with postpartum issues.
Another issue that is limiting this scope of CBD and marijuana use is that many women are still reserved to discuss
cannabis use with their physicians. Such reports are important as they serve as anecdotal evidence to help physicians
understand the full scope of the role CBD and marijuana play with mothers having postpartum depression.
Bottom line
Postpartum anxiety and depression are common issues that trouble moms after the joy of birth. Though hormonal, the
usefulness of CBD and marijuana in dealing with similar conditions shows it can also be e ective in this case. With more
studies and detailed research, science is bound to make headway on how CBD and marijuana can be used to alleviate
the problems of postpartum anxiety and depression.

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