It’s always smart to quit smoking, but it’s especially crucial if you’re pregnant. Research shows that cigarettes have adverse affects on virtually every part of your body. If you’re pregnant, toxic chemicals from smoking travel to your baby and can cause premature labor, birth defects and sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). There are many ways to quit:
- See your OB/GYN, midwife or healthcare provider.
- Call the Wisconsin Tobacco Quit Line at 800-QUIT-NOW or 800-784-8669.
- Visit one of these websites geared to help pregnant women quit:
- Text4Baby: Free text messages to keep you and your baby healthy
- Smokefree Women
- First Breath: A Wisconsin program designed to help pregnant residents quit
