My brother's girlfriend has been using crystal meth for some time.She is 5 months pregnant. She hasn't been going to the doctor, because she dosen't want them to know that she is using drugs. Iam really worried about the baby, and was wondering if anyone out there knows of anyone that used crystal meth while they were pregnant, and has now had the baby? Was there anything wrong ? What can we expect?
I did meth during two of my pregnancies. This first child I had prenatal care from the beginning but with the second one I to like your friend didn't want to go to the doctor. The use was heavier with the second one. She was born and immediately started having difficulty breathing. She had the tremors for three days that they couldn't explain, I didn't have meth in my system when she was born, but I think they suspected some drug use on my part. They are both ok now, but I live in constant fear that something will happen to them in the years to come. Try and get her help. I wish all of you the best of luck and most of all I wish healthiness for the baby
........One possible starting point
....If you are on speaking terms with this gal, sometime when nobody else is around, tell her you can help if she ever thinks about quitting. Say this to her once and dont bring it up anymore unless she mentions it
....If she's the type that would bite your head off, then maybe you are on speaking terms with somebody in her family???
....Would her family hear any talk of a family intervention??
I did it, only once. it made me sick! I also had a friend that did it all the way through, not a pretty sight at the end. the baby wasn't dead, but we all wished it had been. just be strong, somehow. it comes from somewhere----------I know.
I have been clean and sober from all drugs(Mostly Meth) and alcohol for the last 12 years, and let me tell you they have been the best years of my life. You should check out this program. I went through the treatment center that developed it and I know from personal experience that it works.
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My sister was pregant with twins she lost both of them because of the meth...she had one dead in side of her for a while for they found out what had happened....need to try talking to her if she will listen and get her some help.....
I know it is very hard and when they are on this stuff they don't want to listen but you got to keep trying....And let her know how much you love her and will be there for her...
I know it is very hard and when they are on this stuff they don't want to listen but you got to keep trying....And let her know how much you love her and will be there for her...
Hi :)
Ok, I'm not saying I'd recommend using during pregnancy, but I have a friend who used heavily through two pregnancies and so far, her kids aren't showing any signs of ill-effects. The older one is only about 16 months old and is actually advanced for her age. There was no stress on the babies at birth either. I'd say my friend was maybe just extremely lucky. Perhaps because she took extra good care of the other aspects of her health because she was paranoid about her use. (we all know that meth and paranoia go hand in hand)
I reakon meth is a lot better for foetuses than alcohol! But I still wouldn't recommend it.
Ok, I'm not saying I'd recommend using during pregnancy, but I have a friend who used heavily through two pregnancies and so far, her kids aren't showing any signs of ill-effects. The older one is only about 16 months old and is actually advanced for her age. There was no stress on the babies at birth either. I'd say my friend was maybe just extremely lucky. Perhaps because she took extra good care of the other aspects of her health because she was paranoid about her use. (we all know that meth and paranoia go hand in hand)
I reakon meth is a lot better for foetuses than alcohol! But I still wouldn't recommend it.
I am just sickened by this thread of comments. I mean if you can't quit cold turkey knowing that there is a percious life growing inside of you, then you are undeserving, and not worthy of a child. I used cocaine, pot, meth & a variety of pills, and then the day I found out I was pregnant I didnt touch anything that was harmful to my baby. I am not going to say that I quit those things for good, because I continued to use those things after my kid was born. But I damn sure quit and wanted a nice healthy baby. So I took a 10 month vacation from my party life. I think my child was more important than that feeling. Id rather feel like s*** physically, than feel like s*** emtionally knowing that I could have killed or caused defects to my child for being an ignorant, pathetic lowlife. It isnt their fault mommy is a junkie. Why harm them? Maybe ppl like should consider taking birth control, that way they wouldnt have to hurt their unborn child. Its bad enough to hurt yourself, let alone that innocent child.
A Baby is a blessing from GOD. I am just in shock, pure shock that ppl take the life of a baby, a human being so lightly. I will say this, I have been clean and sober for 3 years from all that. Not only did I quit while I was pregnant, I quit for my child. So that my child could live in a decent, loving home w/o all that BS.
A Baby is a blessing from GOD. I am just in shock, pure shock that ppl take the life of a baby, a human being so lightly. I will say this, I have been clean and sober for 3 years from all that. Not only did I quit while I was pregnant, I quit for my child. So that my child could live in a decent, loving home w/o all that BS.
Hey hold up. sickened don't u think you're being just a *little* presumptuous here? Who indicated that they take human life lightly?? None of us even condoned using in pregnancy. If u get off your *high horse* and read the original post properly, you will see that Lynn was asking what to expect for her sister's baby and how/if she could help her. We replied with experiences of ourselves/others and with best wishes to Lynn and her sister. I strongly doubt that your 'holier than thou' attitude is gonna help either of them! Congrats to you that you were able to quit for your baby. I am truly happy for you both. This however does not give you the right to judge others.
Btw, any decent Doctor would disagree with your 'cold turkey' idea. That is the worst possible thing to do for the baby. Tapering/cutting down is far less stressful for both.
Btw, any decent Doctor would disagree with your 'cold turkey' idea. That is the worst possible thing to do for the baby. Tapering/cutting down is far less stressful for both.
Did I once indicate in my post that any of you used during your pregnancy's? No I didnt, I was just giving my thought or opinion on the subject. I just think it is morally wrong to codone something like this in matter of support. They need more support than just words. PPL in situations like that need help from family, and doctors. I have friends who used cocaine, and pot during pregnancy, and I tell them all the time that what they did was wrong. They know how I feel about them inside, and that doesnt change our friendship. I am not saying that I am higher nor am I more mightier than any of you. I am entiled to my opinion though.
BTW, I know that doctors recomend tapering off the drug, but I also think it just gives the user an excuse to use. Maybe pregnant users in general should consider a detox drug to be more appropriate. But like I said its just my opinion. Not everyone is the same.
BTW, I know that doctors recomend tapering off the drug, but I also think it just gives the user an excuse to use. Maybe pregnant users in general should consider a detox drug to be more appropriate. But like I said its just my opinion. Not everyone is the same.
Sickened said "Did I once indicate in my post that any of you used during your pregnancy's? No I didnt, I was just giving my thought or opinion on the subject. I just think it is morally wrong to codone something like this in matter of support."
There you go again mate. ******Read the posts PROPERLY****** Did I say you said you said the above??? No. Slow down and take your time to thoroughly read yours and my previous posts in this thread.
To say that those who didn't quit are I quote you "lowlifes" is NOT merely expressing an opinion, it is passing judgement. I thought this board was all about love and support, not namecalling and such. Silly me huh?
There you go again mate. ******Read the posts PROPERLY****** Did I say you said you said the above??? No. Slow down and take your time to thoroughly read yours and my previous posts in this thread.
To say that those who didn't quit are I quote you "lowlifes" is NOT merely expressing an opinion, it is passing judgement. I thought this board was all about love and support, not namecalling and such. Silly me huh?
******Read the posts PROPERLY****** I said..... So I took a 10 month vacation from my party life. I think my child was more important than that feeling. Id rather feel like s*** physically, than feel like s*** emtionally knowing that I could have killed or caused defects to my child for being an ignorant, pathetic lowlife.
Therefore indicating that I "myself' would be a pathetic lowlife, if I had been in that situation.
Therefore indicating that I "myself' would be a pathetic lowlife, if I had been in that situation.
I stand corrected about the 'lowlife' comment and I apologise. However it was comments like this that pissed me off "I am just sickened by this thread of comments. I mean if you can't quit cold turkey knowing that there is a percious life growing inside of you, then you are undeserving, and not worthy of a child." and the part where you said replies to this thread really sickened you because we were taking human life lightly or something like that. If we took human life so lightly then we wouldn't have bothered to even reply.
"I am just sickened by this thread of comments. I mean if you can't quit cold turkey knowing that there is a percious life growing inside of you, then you are undeserving, and not worthy of a child."
Well, I mean "you" as in a metaphore. Not pertaining to "you" as in people who are posting on this board. I was sickened. It just hurt me deep inside knowing that "someone" could ingest such toxic poison in their system with a life growing inside. It really got to me, and I am sorry if it offened any of you. I sometimes can be obnoxious and say too much. I apologize also. Maybe it wasnt my place to post here. Maybe I gotta let ppl on the board know who I really am before making such a bold statement. Then I suppose you could understand my thought process alot better....
Well Hi, I am a recovered meth, cocaine, pot, and pill abuser. I found this site because my husband is turning into an alcoholic, and I would like to get some support with him since we are raising kids together. I am obviously obnoxious, and have a way of making my opinon's noticed... lol
Well nice meeting you all , although under bad circumstances. Have a great mothers day.
Sickened
Well, I mean "you" as in a metaphore. Not pertaining to "you" as in people who are posting on this board. I was sickened. It just hurt me deep inside knowing that "someone" could ingest such toxic poison in their system with a life growing inside. It really got to me, and I am sorry if it offened any of you. I sometimes can be obnoxious and say too much. I apologize also. Maybe it wasnt my place to post here. Maybe I gotta let ppl on the board know who I really am before making such a bold statement. Then I suppose you could understand my thought process alot better....
Well Hi, I am a recovered meth, cocaine, pot, and pill abuser. I found this site because my husband is turning into an alcoholic, and I would like to get some support with him since we are raising kids together. I am obviously obnoxious, and have a way of making my opinon's noticed... lol
Well nice meeting you all , although under bad circumstances. Have a great mothers day.
Sickened
Hey Sickened :)
Nice to meet you as well. Sure the circumstances weren't the best but hell, in a place like this I would expect ppl to be highly strung (well I am anyhow lol)
I don't see you as obnoxious. Now that I have your story straight, I respect you for sticking to your story and think you are cool :) I doubt the feeling is mutual but oh well, that's life huh ;)
I am only very new here but reakon of course you had every right post here. My bad luck that I didn't much like what you said, that's *my* problem I guess. I often say things that are misunderstood or not liked! (all the time!!!) Are you a sagittarius? I am so I use that as an excuse (lol joking about the excuse part)
I am really glad to meet you and am sorry that you were able to lose your own demons----only to be faced now with your husband's. Alcohol is currently my biggest problem (meth and codiene close behind) You are obviously one very strong lady and if you ever want to email me the address is msmanson72@iinet.net.au If you don't, fine but happy you are here anyhow :)
My mother's day is nearly over (I'm in Western Australia) It was fantastic and I hope your's and everyone else here's was just as good.
(((((((((hugs)))))))))))
MsManson
P.S. Sorry to everyone that I went off topic.
Nice to meet you as well. Sure the circumstances weren't the best but hell, in a place like this I would expect ppl to be highly strung (well I am anyhow lol)
I don't see you as obnoxious. Now that I have your story straight, I respect you for sticking to your story and think you are cool :) I doubt the feeling is mutual but oh well, that's life huh ;)
I am only very new here but reakon of course you had every right post here. My bad luck that I didn't much like what you said, that's *my* problem I guess. I often say things that are misunderstood or not liked! (all the time!!!) Are you a sagittarius? I am so I use that as an excuse (lol joking about the excuse part)
I am really glad to meet you and am sorry that you were able to lose your own demons----only to be faced now with your husband's. Alcohol is currently my biggest problem (meth and codiene close behind) You are obviously one very strong lady and if you ever want to email me the address is msmanson72@iinet.net.au If you don't, fine but happy you are here anyhow :)
My mother's day is nearly over (I'm in Western Australia) It was fantastic and I hope your's and everyone else here's was just as good.
(((((((((hugs)))))))))))
MsManson
P.S. Sorry to everyone that I went off topic.
I was a meth-monkey about 24 years ago. I started using it as a diet aid. I must say, it did help me lose weight, along with my sanity. I was so paranoid that I would literally sit by my window and keep peeping out behind the curtain, knowing someone was watching me.
I wasn't pregnant, but I was caring for my 2 year old son. I realized that I was hurting him more than I was hurting myself. Even tho I wasn't a neglectful mother, I still wasn't "there" for him. Thank the gods, he wasn't affected by my "experimentations" as a matter of fact, he doesn't even remember the time, but I do. I think forgiving myself was the hardest part of all.
For some reason, I was able to quit using by myself. Not calling my dealer was the best way I quit.
Keep posting in here. Just listening to others experiences and being able to vent helps. Atleast it helps me.
Thank you for the space.
ptownmomz@hotmail.com
I wasn't pregnant, but I was caring for my 2 year old son. I realized that I was hurting him more than I was hurting myself. Even tho I wasn't a neglectful mother, I still wasn't "there" for him. Thank the gods, he wasn't affected by my "experimentations" as a matter of fact, he doesn't even remember the time, but I do. I think forgiving myself was the hardest part of all.
For some reason, I was able to quit using by myself. Not calling my dealer was the best way I quit.
Keep posting in here. Just listening to others experiences and being able to vent helps. Atleast it helps me.
Thank you for the space.
ptownmomz@hotmail.com
IF SHE CONTINUES TO USE AND SHE PROBLY WILL. SHE WILL LOSE HER BABY TO THE STATE. I HAVE THREE FRIENDS THAT HAS HAPPEND TO. THE DRUGS WILL CAUSE HER TO GO IN TO LABOR AND THEN THEY WILL TEST THE BABY FOR DRUGS CUZ THATS THE LAW THEY HAVE TO TEST ALL MOMS AND THERE NEW BABIES FOR DRUGS. AND IF SHE DON'T CARE FOR HER CHILD NOW SHE WONT WHENITS BORN. AND MAYBE THE BABY IS BETTER OFF WITH SOME ONE ELES. I KNOW MY FRIENDS WERE BETTER OFF. I WISH YA ALL LUCK.
I just read this topic today. If you are still checking in on this site, do you have a follow up for us? how did her pregnancy go?
Anyone who using with a growing life inside of them is not worthy of having a child.The power of life should be more than enough to quit cold.
People who have used and nothing was wrong with there children are just absolutly lucky and should thank God for it.
People who have used and nothing was wrong with there children are just absolutly lucky and should thank God for it.
