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If all pregnant women stopped smoking while pregnant, there would be an estimated 10 percent reduction in infant deaths in this country, according to the U.S. Public Health Service.

Most of the fetal damage comes from carbon monoxide in the mother's blood -- which is also the baby's blood, for practical purposed. That means the fetus does not get enough oxygen while it is growing at a terrific rate -- much faster than it will ever grow again. Low oxygen can cause low birth weight, brain damage and other problems. Nicotine during the baby's development can cause neurological problems.

In addition to the above, the baby will be born addicted to nicotine. If you have ever tried to stop smoking you know how unpleasant it is. Do you want your new baby's first few days in the world to be like that? Do a big favor for both of you. Stop now.

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