{"data":{"prismicArticle":{"uid":"how-smoking-hurts-pregnancy","tags":["Health"],"first_publication_date":"2026-06-28T08:01:57+0000","last_publication_date":"2026-06-28T08:01:57+0000","data":{"third_party_url":null,"title":{"text":"How Smoking Hurts Pregnancy!"},"rating":null,"datetime":"2026-06-27T19:33:00+0000","img":{"url":"https://images.prismic.io/prad/akDOG1bRV8_Qf8Cd_smokefertility.JPG?auto=format,compress&rect=0,0,2028,1000&w=2028&h=1000"},"embed":{"embed_url":null,"thumbnail_url":null,"author_url":null,"title":null},"content":{"raw":[{"text":"When planning to start a family, many couples focus on preparing for pregnancy by discussing nursery plans and choosing baby names. However, what often goes unnoticed is the detrimental impact of smoking on fertility and pregnancy. Cigarette smoke contains harmful chemicals that can damage reproductive cells in both men and women, making it harder to conceive and increasing the risk of pregnancy complications and poor outcomes for babies. "},{"text":"Dr. Vandana Bhatia, a Senior Fertility Specialist, emphasizes that smoking silently affects fertility, pregnancy, and the long-term development of the child. Both partners play a crucial role in protecting fertility as smoking can reduce sperm count, affect sperm movement, and damage egg quality, hormone levels, and ovarian reserve. Additionally, passive smoking also poses risks to fertility and pregnancy outcomes. Quitting smoking as a couple not only improves motivation and emotional support but also encourages healthier habits, leading to improved fertility and overall health. "},{"text":"The quality of eggs and sperm before conception significantly influences the health of the future child, making it essential for both parents to quit smoking before starting a family. Dr. Bhatia recommends practical steps for quitting smoking together, emphasizing that healthy choices are crucial in building a healthy family. Parenthood begins with the quiet promise of choosing health together, even before the first heartbeat is heard on an ultrasound."}]}}},"relatedArticles":{"edges":[{"node":{"uid":"even-1-sleep-loss-could-heighten-dementia-risk","data":{"third_party_url":null,"title":{"text":"Even 1% Sleep Loss Could Heighten Dementia Risk"},"img":{"url":"https://images.prismic.io/prad/50a54145-f24c-4c83-80b9-e6d19ba52027_sleep.JPG?auto=format,compress&rect=0,0,2028,1000&w=2028&h=1000"},"datetime":"2026-06-25T06:59:00+0000"}}},{"node":{"uid":"is-your-soda-habit-causing-hair-loss","data":{"third_party_url":null,"title":{"text":"Is Your Soda Habit Causing Hair Loss?"},"img":{"url":"https://images.prismic.io/prad/aDbfAydWJ-7kSniS_jucessoda.JPG?auto=format,compress"},"datetime":"2026-06-11T18:30:00+0000"}}},{"node":{"uid":"recognizing-the-early-signs-of-ovarian-cancer","data":{"third_party_url":null,"title":{"text":"Recognizing the Early Signs of Ovarian Cancer"},"img":{"url":"https://images.prismic.io/prad/aigpQAeQX7-eXEpI_overaincancer.JPG?auto=format,compress&rect=0,0,2028,1000&w=2028&h=1000"},"datetime":"2026-06-08T18:42:00+0000"}}},{"node":{"uid":"how-thyroid-health-affects-fertility","data":{"third_party_url":null,"title":{"text":"How Thyroid Health Affects Fertility"},"img":{"url":"https://images.prismic.io/prad/1c687669-969a-426e-b643-acc2ccc20607_thyroid.JPG?auto=format,compress&rect=0,0,2028,1000&w=2028&h=1000"},"datetime":"2026-05-25T06:30:00+0000"}}},{"node":{"uid":"dont-ignore-it-when-shortness-of-breath-signals-a-serious-health-concern-mpcc9z9u","data":{"third_party_url":null,"title":{"text":"Shortness of Breath? 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