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Scottbee · 10-13-2009, 03:55 PM

TALK TO YOUR DOCTOR.

My wife was a smoker before becoming pregnant with our daughter. She tried desperately to quit once she discovered that she was pregnant. That led to other medical issues... digestive/bowel problems, blood pressue issues, agitation.. etc.. Our doctor told her that smoking was detrimental to her pregnancy.... but he also said that the things that her body was going through during her detox were also bad for the pregnancy. She (our doctor) ultimately suggested to my wife that she cut down to the minimal level of smoking necessary to avoid the detox trauma.

In our case that ended up being about 4 cigarettes a day.

This is one isolated, specific case. It certainly isn't qualified medical advice.

rfun6 · 10-13-2009, 03:57 PM

No one knows for sure what to tell you to do. Will it hurt the baby or not? Some people never smoke and still have problems. I smoked with all three of mine and they are all healthy and great (and no low birth weight). But that was me, not you. The doctors advised me not to, but later I would see them outside the office puffing away.
So I would say go with your gut. If you are already quit, then try to stay that way. Or I would go along with other person that said vape the 0 nicotine.

LaceyUnderall · 10-13-2009, 04:07 PM

Sinead -

Congrats on the new baby!

Here is some information you should discuss with your physician:

http://www.e-cig.org/pdfs/EPA-Approval-of-PG.pdf

"The Agency has concluded that the FQPA Safety Factor for propylene glycol and dipropylene glycol should be removed (equivalent to 1X) because there is no pre- or post-natal evidence of increased susceptibility for infants and children following exposure to either propylene or dipropylene glycol."

Now... about nicotine... if you are going to vape... you can always consider the no-nicotine. HOWEVER!!! Make sure that the no-nicotine you purchase actually has no-nicotine in it... as the FDA study found that no-nicotine doesn't mean no-nicotine. This will help you with the action of smoking which might be all you need. (See PaulZ's) post regarding the a DIY liquid

On the other hand, if you need nicotine, then the NZ study is a great one for the physician to read as it talks about how much nicotine the user may actually be getting. http://www.e-cig.org/pdfs/2008-NZ-Report.pdf There is also a study that is currently finished and being analyzed, which doesn't help you much right now, by the National Cancer Institute that will either back up or discredit the NZ report.

Also... my suggestion... find bonniegirl. She can be found here and at Right To Vape - Index. She is an RN and has also worked for the le leche league and knows a load about pregnancy, breast feeding, nicotine use, etc. A wealth of information!!!

PaulZ · 10-13-2009, 04:34 PM

i found no reason to actually get e-juice if your smoking non-nic. just get VG and flavoring. cheap, easy.. no nic so your baby wont be affected by nicotine (as you may get him addicted to it while smoking nic) and VG/PG has been approved for use during pregnancy.. as have candy flavorings

surbitonPete · 10-13-2009, 04:55 PM

Can't really give much advice........but want to say Congratulations and whatever you do just think positive and good thoughts and try not to let anything worry you.

sherid · 10-13-2009, 05:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Scottbee

TALK TO YOUR DOCTOR.

My wife was a smoker before becoming pregnant with our daughter. She tried desperately to quit once she discovered that she was pregnant. That led to other medical issues... digestive/bowel problems, blood pressue issues, agitation.. etc.. Our doctor told her that smoking was detrimental to her pregnancy.... but he also said that the things that her body was going through during her detox were also bad for the pregnancy. She (our doctor) ultimately suggested to my wife that she cut down to the minimal level of smoking necessary to avoid the detox trauma.

In our case that ended up being about 4 cigarettes a day.

This is one isolated, specific case. It certainly isn't qualified medical advice.

Yep. My doctor said no more than 8 a day. I smoked 4 per day. I can say that if it were today, I would not smoke any, but the reality is always different. I don't think I would ever vape while pregnant though. Despite all we know about smoking, we know far less about vaping. If it's just me, then I feel safe vaping. When it extends to a baby, I would be too stressed to do it. In the end, you have to make the choice that works best for you.

Vicks Vap-oh-Yeah · 10-13-2009, 05:31 PM

TALK TO YOUR DOCTOR.

We can offer opinions till we're blue in the face, but this is YOUR body and YOUR baby.

TALK TO YOUR DOCTOR.

I managed to quit cold turkey for both kids, but I had it easy (cig smoke made me sick to my stomach)

TALK TO YOUR DOCTOR.

Take some information to him, and discuss your options. Others in this thread have posted some good links to take in to him.

Did I mention: TALK TO YOUR DOCTOR?

BrockJ · 10-13-2009, 07:59 PM

I think I get a higher level of nicotine now than I ever did when I smoked analogs.
I'm like the hamster in the cage with a water bottle full of nicotine on one side and water on the other. Guess which one I'm at :o)
I do think that vaping is less harmful than the analogs but the problem is that I can do it all the time now. And I do. It didn't start off that way but Damn I like that nicotine mamma.

I think the best thing would be to have no freaky substances enter your body while with child. (Congrats by the way) but as stated earlier, that's just what I think.
God only knows that mothers use to stand over fires while cooking vittles and breathe in all the smoke and still managed to have babies that were fine. Others do everything they can, take every precaution, eat only organic materials and still have problems with pregnancy.

Lifes a crap shoot.

Good luck to you. I'm sure you'll make the correct decision based on what's important to you.

martha1014 · 10-13-2009, 08:19 PM

Its easier said than done. I have 2 children, l born in l975 and the other in l978. There was little said about smoking and pregnancy except low birth rate during those days. Both of my children had low birth rate but were otherwise completely healthy. I know what you are going through. I can only say good luck with whatever you decide. Don't be so hard on yourself this is a vicious habit.

brookeorama · 10-13-2009, 08:26 PM

I smoked 'analog' cigs with my son while I was pregnant (I know....:/ )
And personally, I would assume out of common sense that e-cigs are better.
I am not a doctor or anything to that nature but.... If I was in the position again, and knew about e-cigs I would of traded that for my soft back of parliaments.
Stress is worse for a baby then smoking, or so my ob told me while I was pregnant. So The stress from quiting cold turkey is worse... who knows the logic...

10-13-2009, 03:55 PM	#21
Scottbee Super Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Okauchee Lake, WI Posts: 1,113	TALK TO YOUR DOCTOR. My wife was a smoker before becoming pregnant with our daughter. She tried desperately to quit once she discovered that she was pregnant. That led to other medical issues... digestive/bowel problems, blood pressue issues, agitation.. etc.. Our doctor told her that smoking was detrimental to her pregnancy.... but he also said that the things that her body was going through during her detox were also bad for the pregnancy. She (our doctor) ultimately suggested to my wife that she cut down to the minimal level of smoking necessary to avoid the detox trauma. In our case that ended up being about 4 cigarettes a day. This is one isolated, specific case. It certainly isn't qualified medical advice. __________________

10-13-2009, 04:07 PM	#23
LaceyUnderall USA Supplier Forum Sponsor Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: US and Canada Posts: 2,707	Sinead - Congrats on the new baby! Here is some information you should discuss with your physician: http://www.e-cig.org/pdfs/EPA-Approval-of-PG.pdf "The Agency has concluded that the FQPA Safety Factor for propylene glycol and dipropylene glycol should be removed (equivalent to 1X) because there is no pre- or post-natal evidence of increased susceptibility for infants and children following exposure to either propylene or dipropylene glycol." Now... about nicotine... if you are going to vape... you can always consider the no-nicotine. HOWEVER!!! Make sure that the no-nicotine you purchase actually has no-nicotine in it... as the FDA study found that no-nicotine doesn't mean no-nicotine. This will help you with the action of smoking which might be all you need. (See PaulZ's) post regarding the a DIY liquid On the other hand, if you need nicotine, then the NZ study is a great one for the physician to read as it talks about how much nicotine the user may actually be getting. http://www.e-cig.org/pdfs/2008-NZ-Report.pdf There is also a study that is currently finished and being analyzed, which doesn't help you much right now, by the National Cancer Institute that will either back up or discredit the NZ report. Also... my suggestion... find bonniegirl. She can be found here and at Right To Vape - Index. She is an RN and has also worked for the le leche league and knows a load about pregnancy, breast feeding, nicotine use, etc. A wealth of information!!! __________________ INSTEAD Electronic Cigarettes and Blog \| I Support the Electronic Cigarette Association \| Right To Vape - A Consumer Organization Defending Your Right To Use a Personal Vaporizer Last edited by LaceyUnderall; 10-13-2009 at 05:04 PM.

10-13-2009, 04:55 PM	#25
surbitonPete ECF Veteran Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: North Yorkshire UK Posts: 2,892	Can't really give much advice........but want to say Congratulations and whatever you do just think positive and good thoughts and try not to let anything worry you. __________________ It's time to 'really' do something about changing this world for the better, click the link:- http://thevenusproject.com

10-13-2009, 05:31 PM	#27
Vicks Vap-oh-Yeah One & Only Wicked Witch Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Watertown, WI Posts: 2,992 Blog Entries: 7	TALK TO YOUR DOCTOR. We can offer opinions till we're blue in the face, but this is YOUR body and YOUR baby. TALK TO YOUR DOCTOR. I managed to quit cold turkey for both kids, but I had it easy (cig smoke made me sick to my stomach) TALK TO YOUR DOCTOR. Take some information to him, and discuss your options. Others in this thread have posted some good links to take in to him. Did I mention: TALK TO YOUR DOCTOR? __________________ *There's a new playground in town:* Emerald Vapers ONE purpose, ONE goal, ONE MILLION voices raised with ONE message! - Our right to VAPE!

10-13-2009, 07:59 PM	#28
BrockJ Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Dallas, Texas Posts: 253	I think I get a higher level of nicotine now than I ever did when I smoked analogs. I'm like the hamster in the cage with a water bottle full of nicotine on one side and water on the other. Guess which one I'm at :o) I do think that vaping is less harmful than the analogs but the problem is that I can do it all the time now. And I do. It didn't start off that way but Damn I like that nicotine mamma. I think the best thing would be to have no freaky substances enter your body while with child. (Congrats by the way) but as stated earlier, that's just what I think. God only knows that mothers use to stand over fires while cooking vittles and breathe in all the smoke and still managed to have babies that were fine. Others do everything they can, take every precaution, eat only organic materials and still have problems with pregnancy. Lifes a crap shoot. Good luck to you. I'm sure you'll make the correct decision based on what's important to you. __________________

10-13-2009, 03:57 PM	#22
rfun6 Super Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Tennessee .... Posts: 462	No one knows for sure what to tell you to do. Will it hurt the baby or not? Some people never smoke and still have problems. I smoked with all three of mine and they are all healthy and great (and no low birth weight). But that was me, not you. The doctors advised me not to, but later I would see them outside the office puffing away. So I would say go with your gut. If you are already quit, then try to stay that way. Or I would go along with other person that said vape the 0 nicotine.

10-13-2009, 04:34 PM	#24
PaulZ Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 171	i found no reason to actually get e-juice if your smoking non-nic. just get VG and flavoring. cheap, easy.. no nic so your baby wont be affected by nicotine (as you may get him addicted to it while smoking nic) and VG/PG has been approved for use during pregnancy.. as have candy flavorings

10-13-2009, 08:19 PM	#29
martha1014 Super Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Delhi, LA USA Posts: 563 Blog Entries: 1	Its easier said than done. I have 2 children, l born in l975 and the other in l978. There was little said about smoking and pregnancy except low birth rate during those days. Both of my children had low birth rate but were otherwise completely healthy. I know what you are going through. I can only say good luck with whatever you decide. Don't be so hard on yourself this is a vicious habit.

10-13-2009, 08:26 PM	#30
brookeorama Full Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Here on earth Posts: 19	I smoked 'analog' cigs with my son while I was pregnant (I know....:/ ) And personally, I would assume out of common sense that e-cigs are better. I am not a doctor or anything to that nature but.... If I was in the position again, and knew about e-cigs I would of traded that for my soft back of parliaments. Stress is worse for a baby then smoking, or so my ob told me while I was pregnant. So The stress from quiting cold turkey is worse... who knows the logic...

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