Is it dangerous to the baby to smoke while breastfeeding?
It is better to smoke and breastfeed than to smoke and formula feed. There are many benefits of breastfeeding that can help make up for the disadvantages of living with a smoker. Breastfeeding has been shown to decrease the negative effects of cigarette smoke on a baby’s lungs. Heavy smoking can harm your milk supply and letdown reflex. Try not to smoke around the baby. Have a “smoking jacket” that you put over your regular clothes when you go smoke so that you don’t carry so much of the smell back to baby. You can be a healthier mom and a better example for your baby by choosing to quit though. Keep in mind that your little one will be more likely to become a smoker if s/he sees you smoking growing up.
