Question

Discuss the teratogenic impact of smoking during pregnancy. What specific effects might smoking have on the fetus? Which are the main considerations, issues, and findings in the area? During what stage of prenatal development might smoking have the most detrimental impact? Explain why.

Answer 1

According to my knowledge and contents, smoking during pregnancy increases the risk of health problems for developing babies, including preterm birth, low birth weight, and birth defects of the mouth and lip. Smoking during and after pregnancy also increases the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS).
tobacco products containing nicotine (the addictive drug found in tobacco) are not safe to use during pregnancy. Nicotine is a health danger for pregnant women and developing babies and can damage a developing baby’s brain and lungs.
Quitting tobacco can be hard, but it is possible. Quitting smoking is one of the most important ways you can protect your health and the health of your baby. Quitting early or before pregnancy is best, but it’s never too late to quit smoking.

Once again i am mentioning some of the many damaging effects of cigarette smoke on the fetus include:

reduced oxygen supply due to carbon monoxide and nicotine

retarded growth and development

increased risk of cleft lip and cleft palate

decreased fetal movements in the womb for at least an hour after smoking one cigarette

impaired development and working of the placenta

changes in the baby’s brain and lungs