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Video: Why giving up smoking in pregnancy is so important

NHS health professionals explain the many benefits of quitting smoking now you're pregnant

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Video: Should I give up smoking?

This NHS video explains the benefits of giving up smoking for you and your baby

Quitting smoking in pregnancy will have immediate health benefits for both you and your baby. Harmful gases, such as carbon monoxide, and other damaging chemicals will clear from your body quickly.

In this video NHS staff explain the many benefits of quitting smoking and the help available.

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