You are 7 weeks pregnant and you smoke is it hurting your baby?

Smoking during pregnancy can have serious negative effects on the health of the baby. Some of the risks associated with smoking during pregnancy include:

- Increased risk of miscarriage

- Premature birth

- Low birth weight

- Placental abruption

- Sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS)

- Fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD)

- Learning disabilities

- Behavioral problems

It is important to note that even smoking just a few cigarettes a day can increase the risk of these complications. If you are pregnant or thinking about becoming pregnant, it is important to quit smoking as soon as possible.

Here are some resources that can help you quit smoking:

- The National Cancer Institute's SmokefreeTXT program: 1-877-44U-QUIT

- The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's Smokefree Women program: 1-800-QUIT-NOW

- The American Lung Association's Freedom From Smoking program: 1-800-LUNG-USA

You can also talk to your doctor or midwife about quitting smoking. They can provide you with support and resources to help you succeed.