Welcome to Methadone & Pregnancy

This is a site for anyone looking for information about methadone and pregnancy.

Are you a pregnant woman who is using drugs such as OxyContin, Vicodin, morphine, Percocet or other opiates or opioids and are unsure what your options are?

Are you a pregnant woman in methadone treatment and are looking for information about remaining in treatment during your pregnancy?

Are you are a family member or friend of a pregnant woman in methadone treatment and want to learn more about this topic?

Or are you a professional working with pregnant women in methadone treatment and would like to improve your understanding of this special population?

This web site has been created to provide information about methadone and pregnancy, regardless of why you are seeking to increase your knowledge on this topic.

 

This web site provides

  • Answers to most commonly asked questions
  • Resource and links page
  • An opportunity for education to help reduce injustice that many pregnant women in methadone treatment experience

About the author

Katie Clark has been working at a opiate treatment facility and focusing on the care of pregnant women since 2004. She has studied this topic and continues to read current and updated research. Katie has traveled the state of Maine to provide education to diverse groups of people including pregnant women in methadone treatment, college students, mental health providers, substance abuse counselors, students at the University of New England, and other professionals.

"I want to take a moment to thank everyone who has provided me with indispensable information and support. This site is dedicated to the wonderful women in treatment throughout the state of Maine who have been the source of inspiration for my ongoing work. "- Katie

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If you are interested in attending one of Katie's trainings on methadone and pregnancy, please visit the SPEAKING ENGAGEMENT page for upcoming opportunities. If you are interested in contacting Katie, please email her HERE.