This workshop provides a solid foundation for evidence-based, person-centred, trauma-informed, and culturally safe care for pregnant and postnatal people who use substances as well as best practices related to the care of their newborns. Link for more information and to register.
It is offered in a blended learning format consisting of 3 parts:
1. Participants are encouraged to complete a FREE online learning module Perinatal Substance Use available through the University of British Columbia Faculty of Medicine Continuing Professional Development at least 2 days prior to the workshop.
2. Online modules (using Google Classroom) are to be completed independently prior to the Workshop. Estimated time 3-4 hours. The completion of the online modules will help to ensure that participants are prepared for the afternoon Zoom session where information is integrated into interactive discussions and activities.
3. Participants will join an interactive Zoom videoconference session during the afternoon of the Workshop. Estimated time 3-4 hours.
All online modules must be completed prior to the afternoon Zoom session.
Objectives:
1. Identify prevalence rates of the most common licit and illicit substances used during pregnancy.
2. Summarize key risk factors associated with substance use during pregnancy and potential implications for maternal and fetal/neonatal well-being.
3. Discuss the issue of stigma surrounding addictions and explore how it serves as a significant barrier to accessing appropriate services both pre- and postnatally.
4. Review evidence-based strategies to support substance-involved families across the perinatal continuum.
5. Increase knowledge of community resources.
6. Review recommendations for substance-involved parents who are breastfeeding.
7. Discuss evidence-based care of the newborn at-risk for or diagnosed with Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome (NAS).
8. Identify best practices in planning for safe transitions.
Further information on how to access online modules (Google Classroom) and the Zoom videoconference link will be shared prior to the Workshop.
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