Yes. The most important action you can take to reduce the risk of miscarriage, stillbirth and restricted growth of your baby is to stop smoking.
It is particularly important during this pandemic that you and your partner stop smoking; smoking is associated with worse outcomes in those that contract the virus. Smoking harms the immune system and reduces protection from infections like coronavirus. Smokers are therefore at a greater risk of:
You or your midwife can still refer you to stop smoking services. The support during this time will take place over the phone or by video call. The service will continue to help you access stop smoking medication if required. Until further notice carbon monoxide testing has stopped.
Click here to self-refer to the stop smoking services or call the Quit-line on 08082504116 or text HMQ to 80818