Illegal substances such as marijuana, magic mushrooms, or harder drugs, are not recommended in pregnancy, as they all have detrimental effects on babies in utero. They can increase your chances of miscarriage or stillbirth, and affect your baby’s growth and development in different ways.
Babies who are regularly exposed to addictive substances while inside you may go through withdrawal when they are born.
If you are using any of these substances, your midwife can help you access help to stop using them.