
The Impact of Substance Use on Fetal Development: A Comprehensive Look
1 Feb 2024
By Jackie Franks, MPH, CHES, CPS Pregnancy is a critical period in
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Resources for Women of Childbearing Age
23 Jan 2024
Nurse-Family Partnership: https://www.nursefamilypartnership.org/nfpindiana/ With your very own free Nurse-Family Partnership personal nurse,
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Dad’s Drinking Matters Too: The Impact of Paternal Alcohol Use on Infant Development
10 Jan 2024
By: Jackie Franks, MPH, CHES, CPS Alcohol consumption during pregnancy has
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Free Personal Nurse for First-Time Moms!
20 Dec 2023
If you are: A first-time mom 28 weeks or less Eligible for
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New Syndrome Identified Linked to Prenatal Fentanyl Exposure – Jackie Franks, MPH, CHES, CPS
18 Dec 2023
Prenatal Fentanyl Exposure Geneticists have recently identified a potential new syndrome among
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Gabapentin Misuse: An Emerging Threat – By Jackie Franks, MPH, CHES, CPS
1 Dec 2023
What is Gabapentin? Gabapentin is a prescription anticonvulsant medication approved by the
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Warning: “Blackout Wednesday” is Coming – Prepare yourself to celebrate safely this holiday season.
17 Nov 2023
With the holidays right around the corner, we start to get excited
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Treatment Atlas – Indiana’s Official Addiction Treatment Locator
11 Oct 2023
Treatment Atlas is now live as Indiana’s official addiction treatment locator, intended to help
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Xylazine’s Horrifying Impact on America: What Does this Mean for Pregnancies?
10 Jul 2023
By Jackie Franks, MPH, CHES, CPS What is Xylazine? Xylazine is a
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988 Crisis and Suicide Lifeline & Be Well Crisis Helpline
31 May 2023
Help is a phone call away. Reach out to speak with a
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National Maternal Mental Health Hotline
25 May 2023
The National Maternal Mental Health Hotline provides 24/7, free, confidential support, resources
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I didn’t know I was pregnant and had a drink…what happens now? By Jackie Franks, MPH
16 May 2023
Many pregnant people contact us and ask this very question- I consumed
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So you’re pregnant… now what? Preparing your body for a healthy pregnancy!
23 Feb 2023
So you’re Pregnant… Now What? Tips for Preparing your Body for a
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SUD and Pregnancy: A Guide for Mothers
28 Mar 2019
SUD and Pregnancy: A Guide for Mothers Pregnancy should be an exciting
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Do I have to wait to breastfeed my baby after consuming alcohol?
20 Feb 2019
Susan Elsworth, Director of INOFAS refers individuals to the Academy of Breastfeeding
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Alcohol and pregnancy
2 May 2018
If you’re pregnant, you’ll need to think carefully about what is safe
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Prescription medicine during pregnancy
6 Dec 2017
The March of Dimes has prepared this overview regarding the use of
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Prescription opioids during pregnancy
4 Dec 2017
The March of Dimes has prepared this overview regarding the use of
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Neonatal abstinence syndrome (NAS)
1 Dec 2017
KEY POINTS NAS is a group of conditions caused when a baby
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Outpatient-Based Opioid Treatment Program
30 Nov 2017
Riley’s Children Health at Indiana University Hospital offers an Outpatient Opioid Treatment
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