Until it starts producing on its own, the fetus is largely dependent on the mother for the supply of several substances, including thyroid hormones. The thyroid hormones include TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone), T3, and T4/FT4. (FT4 is free T4, which is not bound to protein). TSH is produced in the
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Tobacco continues to be one of the most used drugs during pregnancy, and it is not unusual for it to be combined with cannabis to enhance its effects. In fact, some studies