title: Breastfeeding and the chemically dependent woman.
abstract: Chemical dependence in pregnant and postpartum women is an issue of concern for perinatal nurses. Special concerns arise when a chemically dependent woman chooses to breastfeed her infant. This article discusses the effects of the most common drugs of abuse on lactation and the neonate and criteria for and benefits of breastfeeding for this population.
authors: J M
authors: JM
authors: Wilton
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D001942:Breast Feeding; D003376:Counseling; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D013287:Illicit Drugs / Q000378:metabolism; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D008895:Milk, Human / Q000378:metabolism; D019966:Substance-Related Disorders / Q000150:complications* / Q000523:psychology
chemical_list: D013287:Illicit Drugs