Some women said they were also judged negatively by anti-smoking partners, although others were encouraged to drink alcohol at home as it was an enjoyed shared activity prior to pregnancy.

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The study also reaffirmed the common belief that smoking at any point during pregnancy is dangerous for the growing fetus. Therefore, it is better for women to break the habit while still trying ...

Though smoking during pregnancy is known to raise the risk of preterm delivery, low birth weight, restricted fetal growth and other complications, some 5% of US pregnant women admit to lighting up.