First Exposure

Harm Reduction

Harm Reduction​

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If you are drinking alcohol, using cannabis, methamphetamine and/or other substances, and/or inhaling (sniffing, huffing or chroming) drugs or substances, there may be ways to reduce risks while pregnant or feeding breastmilk. It is called Harm Reduction and provides different ways that have helped others reduce their risksClick ‘Read More’ for further information about ways that may reduce risks while pregnant or feeding breastmilk. If you are a healthcare provider, please see this resource and share with your patients. 

Why Do We Need Harm Reduction?

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Harm reduction involves multiple strategies, services and options which may help people reduce potential harms from their substance use and which may help to keep them alive and healthier. Click ‘Read More’ for further information about caring for people who use substances in pregnancy and postpartum.