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Alcohol And Pregnancy
Beverley Brooke
If you have been drinking up until the point when you become
pregnant or smoking it is also vital that you stop doing so
immediately. Many women worry that they consumed a few alcoholic
drinks prior to learning they were pregnant. If you are concerned
you should talk with your healthcare provider. Chances are that
everything will be just fine as long as you stop immediately. At
this time there are no recommended safe limits of alcohol to
consume during pregnancy, thus it is best that you avoid alcohol
all together.
Smoking is equally as harmful for a mother during pregnancy.
Smoking can also affect your unborn fetus, potentially
contributing to birth defects or respiratory problems later in
life. Did you know that when you smoke your baby is receiving
less oxygen than they normally would? This can cause your baby to
grow less rapidly than they might normally, and may also
contribute to preterm labor, which can be potentially life
threatening for your infant.
If you are a smoker when you find out you are pregnant, be sure
to consult with your healthcare provider immediately about your
condition. Your healthcare provider can work with you to develop
a plan for quitting that is manageable and something you can
learn to live with during your pregnancy. There are also numerous
support groups available for mothers who are trying to quit
during and even after pregnancy. Remember that the sooner you
quit smoking, the sooner you start providing your unborn child
with the best possible outcome for a healthy and safe delivery
and later life.
Here are some avenues of support if you are trying to quite
smoking during pregnancy:
National Partnership to Help Pregnant Smokers Quit
http://www.helppregnantsmokersquit.org/
The American Legacy Foundation
http://www.americanlegacy.org/americanlegacy/skins/alf/home.aspx
Beverley Brooke
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