Drug and alcohol withdrawal in your baby
Once your baby is born, he or she is no longer exposed to any medications, drugs or alcohol you may have taken during your pregnancy. This can result in your baby developing signs of withdrawal. This is also known as Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome.
The following information can help you understand how you and your health carers can work together to manage your baby’s drug withdrawal.
Where to get help
Women and Newborn Drug and Alcohol Service
The Women and Newborn Drug and Alcohol Service (WANDAS) is a specialist team based at King Edward Memorial Hospital that cares for pregnant women experiencing drug and alcohol issues.
The WANDAS team is made up of a number of health professionals, including:
- doctors
- midwives
- social workers
- dietitians
- mental health professionals.
WANDAS will help you and your baby become and stay as healthy as possible during your pregnancy.
- Phone: (08) 9340 1582 or 0414 892 753
Acknowledgements
Women and Newborn Drug and Alcohol Service
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