i odnt really think that when you smoke it does alot of harm to your baby, im a smoker and have been for around 7 years now, i tried to quit and i mean did everything, but i just couldnt, i was worried that my baby may be smaller or come early, but i have done every test they could give me and he is perfectly healthy and even growing bigger and bigger every day, and i have also been warned that he will be a big boy as he is measuring 6cm bigger than he is supposed.
Dont worry to much about it, i think you and your bub should be fine
There is every chance that this baby could have been smaller anyway and nothing to do with the smoking hun. It is a very real concern that you have and I think that you should go and get the scan just for peace of mind if nothing else. Be aware though that the size guesstimate can be way off, but I would ask for them to check the placental function as this is what is nurturing your baby.
And not all smokers have small babies - my mum smoked with all of us and her smallest baby was her second bub at 8lb and he was 4wks early - the rest of us ranged from 8lb 13 up to 10lb 14 (there were 5 of us), small consolation I know when you are struggling with giving up. Good luck, I'm sure your baby will be fine.
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