Cards (5)

  • What does smoking in pregnancy mean?
    Means the foetus doesn't get enough oxygen via the placenta
  • What can not enough oxygen in the placenta lead to?
    The baby being small at birth, a higher risk of premature baby and the baby's health is at risk
  • What can smoking increase the risk of in a new-born baby?
    Death
  • Should the mother give up smoking before pregnancy?
    Yes, it's best if the mother can give up smoking before the pregnancy
  • What should the environment be and why?
    The environment should be a smoke-free environment because it's best for the baby so it's good if the father gives up too.