Record #:

24891

Author(s):

Rosenburg, Daniel C.; Buescher, Paul A.

Abstract:

Maternal smoking can cause harm to an infant in many ways. There is an increased risk for SIDS, and babies are more likely to have a low birth rate which can lead to health complications later in life. If women were to stop smoking during pregnancy, the infant mortality rate would drop significantly.

Source:

SCHS Studies (NoCar RA 407.4 N8 P48), Vol. Issue 135, Aug 2002, p1-6, bibl, f

Subject(s):

Pregnant women--Tobacco use; Prenatal care; Smoking