RISKY HABITS MAY HURT YOUR BODY

Talk to your doctor about the negative impact of these habits on you and your baby.

Tobacco Use
Smoking cigarettes during pregnancy has been linked to birth defects, newborn respiratory problems, and miscarriages. Also, your baby may be smaller than expected or born too soon. Ask your doctor about programs to help you stop smoking.

Drug Use
Illegal drugs will have various negative effects on your baby from birth defects, learning problems, and drug withdrawal symptoms to death. DON'T USE DRUGS DURING PREGNANCY! Ask your doctor about drug treatment programs if you are pregnant and addicted.

Alcohol Use
The exact amount of alcohol needed to cause problems in your baby is not known. But, alcohol can cause mental retardation and other deformities. Ask your doctor about Fetal Alcohol Syndrome.

Over-the-counter Medications
Take only the medications that your doctor has prescribed or said is okay to use during pregnancy. Avoid medicines such as aspirin, cold remedies, certain medicines for constipation and heartburn, and megadoses of vitamin A.

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