Tobacco Use

Quitting smoking can be difficult, but if you are planning a pregnancy, it can be one of the healthiest things you can do for yourself and your baby. Smoking and secondhand smoke have been shown to be harmful before and during pregnancy, and after your baby is born.

Smoking has been linked to a decrease in fertility, can lead to miscarriage, pregnancy complications, and can cause a baby to be born too soon or underweight. You may want to speak to your healthcare provider about managing your cravings during pregnancy. Also, check out the following resources below to learn more about the consequences of smoking in pregnancy along with resources that can help you stop smoking.

• The MotHERS Program - Risks of smoking during pregnancy and smoke-free resources

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• Doc Mike Evans - What is the single best thing you can do to quit smoking?

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• Canadian Cancer Society's - Smokers' helpline

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• Centre for Addiction and Mental Health - Smoking during pregnancy

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• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - Smoking and pregnancy

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• Risks of vaping