Risk of premature birth
One of the biggest risks of using e-cigarettes during pregnancy is the risk of premature birth and low birth weight. Nicotine, a key ingredient in many e-cigarettes, can affect fetal development.
Nicotine can reduce blood flow to the fetus, depriving it of oxygen and nutrients it needs for growth. This can lead to premature birth and low birth weight, both of which can cause serious health problems later in life.
Risk of birth defects
One of the most common harmful effects of smoking on pregnant women is the increased risk of birth defects. The risk of birth defects in children increases whether the mother smokes directly or is exposed to secondhand smoke.
Abnormalities such as: Congenital malformations, cleft lip, cleft palate, asthma, cardiovascular disease, etc. Therefore, when pregnant, mothers need to immediately quit smoking and stay away from places where people smoke to ensure the health of both mother and baby.
Causes respiratory diseases, lung diseases, asthma
Chemicals in e-cigarette vapor, including volatile organic compounds and heavy metals, can damage the lungs and respiratory system of the fetus.
Babies born to mothers who used e-cigarettes during pregnancy are at increased risk of respiratory illnesses such as asthma and pneumonia.
