Smoking in Pregnancy and Childhood

Smoking is harmful at all stages of pregnancy!

There is no safe dose. Any consumption, even 1-2 cigarettes a day, carries an increased risk of:

• Miscarriage;
• Malformations;
• Premature birth.

Fortunately, a large proportion of pregnant women manage to reduce or even stop smoking once they know they are pregnant.

Children exposed to tobacco smoke have a higher risk of developing respiratory diseases such as:

• Tonsillitis;
• Otitis;
• Bronchiolitis;
• Asthma.

Tobacco smoke is impregnated in the surrounding environment. Smoking in the car or at home, even when children are not present, will be harmful to them.

More than 90% start smoking before the age of 18. In families without smokers, a child is less likely to become a smoker. On the other hand, in families with parents who smoke, it is higher. Set an example!

When you stop smoking, the whole family benefits (including your wallet!).

If you want to quit smoking and feel motivated, book a Smoking Cessation appointment. Together we'll succeed!