Smoking by pregnant women does NOT contribute to _____ in the unborn child.

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Smoking by pregnant women increases the risk of low birth weight, premature birth, and stillbirth. It also increases the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). However, it does not contribute to fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD), which are caused by consuming alcohol during pregnancy. Prenatal exposure to alcohol, not smoking, is the primary cause of FASD. Smoking during pregnancy can contribute to decreased IQ and slowed fetal growth, but these are not the only effects.

Smoking by Pregnant Women Does NOT Contribute to _____ in the Unborn