- You are more likely to have a healthier pregnancy and a healthier baby
- Your baby is less likely to be born very early. Premature babies may have breathing, feeding and health problems, and often have to remain in hospital for a long time
- Your baby is less likely to be born with a low birth weight. Babies of smokers are on average, lighter than other babies, which can cause problems during labour and after birth. For example, they may struggle to keep warm and are more likely to get infections
- You will reduce the risk of stillbirth
- You will reduce the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), also known as "cot death".
Stopping smoking now will also help your baby later in life. Children whose parents smoke are more likely to suffer from asthma and other serious illnesses that may need hospital treatment.
For more information visit stop smoking in pregnancy.
