Beatrice has smoked throughout her pregnancy. Now in her seventh month, Beatrice is considering quitting. You can tell her that

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Research has shown that quitting smoking during pregnancy, even in the later stages, can reduce the likelihood of having a low birth weight baby. While the damage may have already been done to some extent, quitting smoking now can still have positive effects on the development of the fetus. Quitting smoking may also reduce the risk of other negative outcomes such as premature birth and sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). It is important for Beatrice to discuss strategies for quitting smoking with her healthcare provider.

Beatrice Has Smoked Throughout Her Pregnancy