BabyGaga

A study has been released by the Penn State College of Medicine that found babies who were exposed to opioids in the womb have lower pain tolerances than normal. 1 / 6

In 2017, more than 72,000 people died of opioid overdose in the US. 2 / 6

Researchers found that 24 to 48 hours after birth, babies prenatally exposed to opioids reacted more strongly to pain. 3 / 6

Therefore, these babies are more sensitive to pain if any procedures need to be done. 4 / 6

They require more care and attention post-procedure. 5 / 6

While the research presented found something sad and unfortunate, it’s good that doctors now know more about taking care of these babies in need. 6 / 6