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Active smoking at any stage of pregnancy was associated with the risk for LBW (OR = 1.35, 95% CI: 1.051.75)

Nicotine replacements have been shown to reduce craving as well as withdrawal symptoms (Hughes et al., 1989) and therefore may be beneficial in situations where a smoker cannot smoke

Although the clinical significance of this remains unclear, it is possible that sudden smoking cessation may increase serum drug concentrations and increase negative side effects (rather than cause toxicity)

Curtains and other removable fabrics can be washed, however replacing these components may be relatively inexpensive

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