Smoking
Smoking during pregnancy is harmful to both yourself and your baby's health.
Research on 800 first-time mothers found that babies of smoking mothers were 450 gm lighter than those from non smoking mothers as well as being much more likely to have a caesarean birth. Evidence suggests that maternal smoking during pregnancy may have a long term effect on the baby's growth and intellectual development.
There is assistance available in the community to help you to reduce or quit smoking.
Ask your midwife for brochures, videos and supportive contacts to help quit.
Helpful information can be found on the web site www.quit.co.nz or by phoning the Quitline - 0800 778 778
Research on 800 first-time mothers found that babies of smoking mothers were 450 gm lighter than those from non smoking mothers as well as being much more likely to have a caesarean birth. Evidence suggests that maternal smoking during pregnancy may have a long term effect on the baby's growth and intellectual development.
There is assistance available in the community to help you to reduce or quit smoking.
Ask your midwife for brochures, videos and supportive contacts to help quit.
Helpful information can be found on the web site www.quit.co.nz or by phoning the Quitline - 0800 778 778
Your midwife will be able to supply you with a copy of booklets such as above.