Exploring safer cannabis use during pregnancy and breastfeeding
Towards a harm reduction approach to perinatal cannabis use
This study is looking at how using cannabis during pregnancy and breastfeeding affects both parents and their babies, and it aims to help pregnant people who might not want to stop using cannabis by offering support and education on safer practices.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R03 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Brown University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Providence, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10986589 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the impact of cannabis use during pregnancy and breastfeeding, focusing on the increasing rates of use and the associated risks for both parents and children. It aims to develop harm reduction strategies that provide education and counseling to pregnant individuals who may not be ready to stop using cannabis entirely. By training medical providers to engage in these discussions effectively, the research seeks to promote safer practices while respecting patient autonomy. The approach emphasizes modifiable risk factors related to cannabis use, aiming to improve health outcomes for both mothers and their children.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include pregnant individuals or new mothers who use cannabis and are seeking guidance on how to reduce potential risks.
Not a fit: Patients who do not use cannabis during pregnancy or breastfeeding may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes for mothers and children by promoting safer cannabis use practices during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that harm reduction strategies can be effective in promoting health among individuals using substances, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Where this research is happening
Providence, United States
- Brown University — Providence, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Albanese, Ariana — Brown University
- Study coordinator: Albanese, Ariana
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.