Nicotine from cigarette smoke does not produce congenital malformations, but it does affect the fetus. Name one effect it can have on a developing fetus.

smoking cigarettes while pregnant can cause
*increased risk of premature birth and stillbirth
*low birth weight
*undersized babies can have lung complications such as not being able to breath on own and continues breathing difficulties such as asthma and an increased risk of SIDS

learning disabilities, behavioral problems

Answered by kayt91 | 2024-06-10

It can cause deformations or second hand smoking to the baby which may cause cancer later on in life.

Answered by brittanycandace | 2024-06-10

Nicotine exposure during pregnancy can lead to low birth weight in newborns. This is due to reduced blood flow and oxygen supply to the fetus caused by nicotine crossing the placenta. Staying away from smoking is vital for the health and proper growth of the developing fetus.
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Answered by kayt91 | 2024-12-23