Smoking During Pregnancy

Bad for mom; bad for baby.

Smoking while pregnant presents many dangers to a child still in the womb, from low birthweight to stillbirth.

The Effects of Smoking During Pregnancy
Continuing to smoke during pregnancy carries risks for the unborn child. This fact sheet comes out of the 2004 Surgeon General's Report: The Health Consequences of Smoking.

Smoking and Reproductive Health Statistics
Smoking is toxic to the unborn child, and studies have shown that getting pregnant may be more difficult for smokers. Quitting tobacco before pregnancy is a healthy choice, for both mother and child.

10 Reasons to Stop Smoking During Pregnancy
From About.com Guide to Pregnancy/Birth, Robin Elise Weiss: "Smoking in pregnancy is a big no no. There is a ton of evidence to show you the reasons it is dangerous. It is also important to find the support you need to stop smoking to help you and your baby."

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