Cause and effect.
Liptember 2024 - Day 24
11% of women who have experienced pregnancy loss also have substance use disorders.
The question is then, did the substance use cause the pregnancy loss or did the pregnancy loss cause the substance use. No judgement here, except to say that all actions have consequences and its sad that there isn't more support.
I think I was genuinely scared for my entire pregnancies that something awful would happen. I had heard so many stories from friends, or clients who had detailed their horrors.
The pain and suffering is so difficult for them, so without the support, its no surprise that they do turn to something to take away their pain. I know I said no judgement, but more education is needed so we can help more people.
Lets not nap on the results of the Liptember Research this year.
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