Expectant mothers aren't just breathing, eating, and drinking for 2, but anything they become exposed to, including drugs and alcohol, is affecting their child. If an expectant mother is having a drink or taking any type of illegal drug or prescription drug which can negatively affect their child, such as prescription pain medications or hypnotics which are often abused non-medically, so is their child. It is therefore imperative that addiction treatment for expectant mothers can be obtained and utilized on an immediate basis, to ensure both mother and baby can avoid any serious and disastrous consequences. Becoming abstinent one one's own, even though one's pregnancy is in danger, isn't as simple as one could think. Being a substance abuser can alter one's decision making and priorities, and this can make it difficult to really make the right choices regarding one's pregnancy. In addiction treatment for expectant mothers, rehab counselors will ensure that rehab client is safely detoxed and receives the rehabilitation they need to remain sober through out their pregnancy and beyond. This can make certain that they can be a competent and loving parent for their child after they deliver their baby, and can go on to have a drug and alcohol free life.