is smoking dangerous whilst being pregnant ?

Yes, smoking is dangerous during pregnancy. Smoking can harm both the mother and the developing fetus.

Smoking during pregnancy can increase the risk of a number of serious health problems for the mother, including:

• Increased risk of complications during pregnancy, childbirth and postpartum period
• Increased risk of miscarriage, stillbirth, premature delivery, and low birth weight
• Increased risk of placental problems such as placenta previa, placental abruption, and placental insufficiency
• Increased risk of high blood pressure and preeclampsia
• Increased risk of respiratory problems

Smoking during pregnancy can also harm the developing fetus. It can increase the risk of:

• Sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS)
• Birth defects, such as cleft lip and palate
• Behavioral and learning problems
• Asthma and other respiratory problems

Additionally, smoking during pregnancy can also harm the health of the mother's future children and also it can increase the risk of future miscarriage, stillbirth, premature delivery, and low birth weight.

It is best to quit smoking as soon as possible in order to reduce the risk of these problems. Women who quit smoking during pregnancy have a much better chance of having a healthy baby. Consult your healthcare provider for support and advice on the best ways to quit smoking.

One thing to also be aware of is that there is such a thing as secondhand vaping. Secondhand vaping refers to the exposure of non-users to the aerosol exhaled by the e-cigarette user, also known as "vapor." This vapor can contain a variety of chemicals and particles, including nicotine, flavorings, and other additives.

While e-cigarettes are often considered to be less harmful than traditional cigarettes because they do not burn tobacco and users are not exposed to the thousands of chemicals found in cigarette smoke, secondhand exposure to e-cigarette aerosol is still a concern. Studies have shown that secondhand exposure to e-cigarette aerosol can result in the inhalation of harmful chemicals and particles, including nicotine, formaldehyde, diacetyl, and ultrafine particles.

Additionally, the aerosol exhaled by e-cigarette users can also contain other harmful substances, such as metals and other toxins, that can be harmful to the health of people nearby.

It's important to note that the risk of secondhand vaping exposure is not limited to the people who are in close proximity to the e-cigarette user, but also for people in the same room or nearby rooms.

It's recommended to avoid exposure to secondhand vaping and to use caution when in the presence of e-cigarette users. Also, it's recommended to use caution when vaping indoors, as the aerosol exhaled can linger in the air and potentially harm others. Please be mindful of this is you are pregnant.