Is Drug testing on newborns mandatory in massachusetts?

Question

Ive smoked a little pot in my pregnancy to help w morning sickness and now i heard they will test my baby and take them away.

Answer 1

I live in California where doctors actually prescribe medical marijuana for morning sickness during pregnancy. I think there are a lot of ignorant people out there who are criticizing you for asking this question. Anyone who does the real research can easily learn that there are no proved side effects of smoking marijuana during pregnancy, which is a lot more then they can say for an occasional caffeinated beverage. It is your baby, lots of people expose thier infants to occasional glasses of wine, ciggarettes and medications during pregnancy that have proven side effects. There woud be a lot of messed up people in this world if pot was dangerous to infants. Think of the 60s and 70s. I know so many hippies out here who are so into eating vegan or organic foods so as not to expose thier bodies to chemicals and they smoke a lot of pot.

Answer 2

Just wondering are you an idiot. Only a moron would do that, I hope they do test but unfortunately for the baby I think it is illegal.

Answer 3

I live in TX. Testing here is not mandatory, however the doc can order the test if he wants...and they do a lot of the time. And yes, if the kid turns up positive for any drug children's protective services is notified (required by law) and they can, and often do. take the kids.

So tell me, do you hate your baby? Do you have any IDEA what you are doing to him? It is a lot more than just getting high.

Answer 4

What is wrong with you ! I hope they do test you and your baby..

Answer 5

Well, if they said they have to test your baby, then yes, it's probably mandatory.  However, if all you smoked was "a little" pot, it shouldn't be a problem.  However, if you smoked recently, it'll most likely show in the blood stream.  Actually, most states test the mother for drugs a couple time during pregnancy and if you come up dirty more than twice, I think they have CPS check out your home when the baby is born regardless to make sure the child will have a suitable place to live.