If you’re trying to get pregnant and undergoing fertility treatments, here’s another reason to stop smoking — a new study has found a link suggesting that pregnant women who smoke may be affecting the fertility of their babies, especially male children.
The German study, published in an early September edition of “Human Reproduction” (a medical journal), used 37-68 day old embryos to evaluate the development of the testes. The study found a significant correlation between mothers who smoked and a reduction in the normal number of reproductive cells and somatic cells in their offspring.
Although more evidence needs to be collected regarding this matter, it’s important that all women who are trying to conceive stop smoking. Not only is it better for a child’s health and development, but it’s also better for the mommy.