Nicotine and Lactation: Patient Experience and New SOGC Guideline

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed during this podcast are those of the individuals participating and do not necessarily represent the official position or opinion of the SOGC. Summary: Join guest host Julia Wykes for a second conversation with Ms. Barbara Smith and Dr. Lisa Graves as they continue their discussion on nicotine use and cessation around pregnancy, lactation and parenting. Ms. Smith brings her lived experience from a patient and social worker perspective, and Dr. Graves brings her decades of clinical knowledge and expertise. Together, they discuss helpful strategies for health care providers and patients.  About Dr. Lisa GravesDr. Lisa Graves is a family physician and graduate of the University of Ottawa. She completed her residency in family medicine and enhanced skills training in maternal and child health at McGill University. She maintains an active practice including addictions with a special interest in women, substance use and pregnancy in Northern Ontario. She is an author of over 100 peer-reviewed papers including papers related to substance use and pregnancy/breastfeeding. Her clinical, teaching and research interests include medical education, maternal/child health and populations experiencing health inequities.   About Barbara Smith Barbara Smith  holds a Bachelor of Social Work from the University of Victoria and a Master’s degree in Adult Education and Leadership. She is a social worker, educator, and systems-level leader with extensive experience in addiction, recovery, smoking cessation, and community-based program development. Barbara founded and led Prostitutes Education, Empowerment and Recovery Society (PEERS), supporting individuals and families impacted by addiction, trauma, sex work. Her work included extensive engagement with pregnant and parenting women who continued to use substances and smoke, with a focus on wellbeing and recovery pathways.