Pregnant Woman Who Vapes
"I switched from smoking to vaping — is this safe for my baby?"
- No — nicotine still crosses the placenta and harms fetal development
- Vaping eliminates combustion carcinogens but not nicotine harm
- Quit all nicotine products immediately — call 1-800-QUIT-NOW
- Talk to your OB-GYN honestly about your vaping use
Pregnant Woman Considering Vaping
"Is vaping a safer alternative to smoking during pregnancy?"
- No health authority recommends vaping during pregnancy
- Even nicotine-free vapes cause vascular dysfunction
- The safest option is zero nicotine exposure
- Seek cessation support rather than switching products
Healthcare Provider
"How do I screen and counsel pregnant patients?"
- Screen for both cigarette and e-cigarette use at every prenatal visit
- 40% of patients don't know e-cigs contain nicotine — educate them
- Refer to 1-800-QUIT-NOW and provide personalized cessation counseling
- Use the CDC's pregnancy-specific screening protocols
Partner or Family Member
"How can I support a pregnant person who vapes?"
- Encourage quitting all nicotine products, not switching
- Avoid vaping or smoking around the pregnant person
- Support cessation efforts without judgment or shame
- Understand that nicotine dependence is a medical condition
