I've unfortunately just taken smoking back up after quiting for 11 months, yes i know im stupid but i was so stressed out with some problems and 1 smoke led to another.
My son is 10 weeks old, i DO NOT smoke in the house, i go outside and after ive smoked i wash my hands and gargle mouth wash.
Can this still have an affect on him (he is formula fed btw)
2007-09-07 03:01:07 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
My son has asthma which can be caused or worstened by smoke even on clothes etc. Our dr suggested that my sons father wear a smoking jacket. Sounds strange, but it saves having to keep changing clothes. Don't be too hard on yourself, but hopefully you can kick the habit when you're ready to. Good luck, i know how hard it is to quit.
2007-09-11 02:39:44 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
carbon monoxide is still on your breath for up to an hour after a *** so mouthwash is pointless. It is also on your clothes so your baby would be breathing it in from your clothing.
I can understand stress levels rising with a new baby so I understand the need for something but maybe try and find another way to manage stress. There are lots of books on stress management and it is more ofter our perceptions that need adjusting. Also look at your nutrition intake as the food you eat can affect your mood and stress and also your sleep patterns. Do enjoy it though as before long they are 8 months and destroyijg all in their path. LOL. Jay and natalie
2007-09-08 02:18:26 · answer #2 · answered by natalie r 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Actually the person that said to change your clothes is correct. The nurses at Children's Hospital in Seattle (one of the top Children's Hospitals in the country) told me that babies can breath in the chemicals and particles from cigarettes from your clothes, so it is not a good idea to hold them directly after smoking. At least put on a jacket and leave the jacket outside and then wash your hands once inside.
2007-09-07 10:15:55 · answer #3 · answered by Ryan's mom 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
If you are smoking outside and wash your ands and gargle after, no, it shouldn't effect him.
When I smoked (i have been smoke free since nov of 99) I smoked in the car. This is probably the worse place to smoke with children. I didn't think about the effects on them at all. But smoking in a car is such a combined space, please try to avoid this.
I know how hard it is to quit, just keep trying to quit. we all have set backs. Great job quitting while pregnant!
2007-09-07 10:07:38 · answer #4 · answered by Renee B 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I did exactly the same thing. My baby is 15 weeks old and i started again because of PPD. Last week, as i was having a cigarette, it just dawned on me that I am responsible for this beautiful little girl, that if I continue to smoke I may never see her grow up. The thought was just too much for me so I stopped - there and then. And u know what, I haven't touched one since
2007-09-07 10:21:02 · answer #5 · answered by Serry's mum 5 · 3⤊ 1⤋
Angela, I totally UNDERSTAND.! A lot of peopole think this is trashy, but the fact is, that nothing feels better than getting back into the routine of who you used to be before stretching yourself thin becoming the mommy you are now. I would look into some other things that help with your stress though, like a game you really like, or I have decided to get really into Christmas. ( I am pregnant though, so obsession is easy.) We all know it's the habit and time alone we become addicted to. Find a routine that gives you time alone, but helps you to not feel lonely. Good luck, I feel you.
2007-09-07 10:08:02 · answer #6 · answered by tenpointsgirl 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
yes it can... nicotine stays on your clothing and skin... the only way to COMPLETELY protect him is to stop... but at least bathe and change your clothes every time.
sorry for your stress... but take up something else to help cope... I grew up in a house of smokers... never inside... always at the end of the driveway, and they rinsed their mouths and washed their hands... I was alway sick as a kid... so were my siblings - but that was the 70s, and they didn't know as much
*** In fact, we found elevated levels of toxins in homes where smokers only lit up outside. Smokers spread contaminants wherever they go — they seep out of their clothes, skin, hair, and breath. For this reason, smokers should wear clean clothes (that they haven't worn while smoking) around the baby, wash their hands and face often (especially after smoking), and not let the baby suck on their fingers.*** http://www.babycenter.com/400_how-can-i-protect-my-baby-when-theres-a-smoker-in-the-house_506690_1001.bc?Ad=com.bc.common.AdInfo%4027de71a3
I'm sure there is a more detailed article out there somewhere...this is just the first one I came across!!
2007-09-07 10:32:31 · answer #7 · answered by Tanya 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
No, he's fine. Doc told me to wear a jacket or shirt over my clothes while I smoked and remove it before going in the house so baby doesn't smell smoke on your clothes.
2007-09-07 10:51:48 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I hate smoking habits but... I don't think it would have an effect on him since you do it outside, wash your hands and mouth, don't breast feed him and he is not inhaling any of the smoke. You may smell like smoke, but I doubt that would be enough to cause him any kind of health problems.
I know you don't want to hear this, but do yourself a favor and quit smoking, you did it before, you can do it now as well.
Good luck.
2007-09-07 10:08:02 · answer #9 · answered by Goddess of the Moon 3 · 1⤊ 3⤋
im in the same boat as you are and it defitnally does not effect my baby. the worst that it could do is hell be able to pick up the sent and realize when your holding him because of the smoke...its a bad habit. good luck sweetie!
2007-09-07 10:05:55 · answer #10 · answered by Lindsey G 2 · 1⤊ 2⤋