Women Smoking During Pregnancy

This research paper aims to investigate the effects of smoking during pregnancy on pregnant women and their unborn babies. The research will also look at factors that lead women to continue smoking while they are pregnant, as well as potential health risks and long-term implications associated with it. To collect data for this study, quantitative surveys and interviews will be used to assess the levels of awareness among pregnant women about the consequences of smoking during pregnancy. Furthermore, medical records from pre-natal visits and post-natal follow ups will also be examined in order to gain a better understanding of the situation.

Smoking during pregnancy can lead to low birth weight and premature births, as well as other health complications in the baby. In addition, mothers who smoke during pregnancy may be more prone to developing high blood pressure and having a miscarriage or stillbirth. Research also suggests that prenatal exposure to smoking can cause certain behavioral problems such as hyperactivity and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) later on in life.

Women who smoke during pregnancy are often driven by a number of factors, such as stress and anxiety; they may also be influenced by the behavior of their family members or partners. Furthermore, studies suggest that smoking has become normalized in many communities, making it difficult for women to quit even when they are pregnant.

The findings from this research will provide valuable insight into the effects of smoking during pregnancy and the underlying causes. This information can then be used to create effective strategies for helping women quit smoking and stay healthy throughout their pregnancies. In doing so, this research will help reduce the risk of health complications in both mothers and babies caused by prenatal exposure to cigarette smoke.