Stop smoking during pregnancy and beyond

Find local support and information on stopping smoking in pregnancy and beyond.

Sign up for support from the Healthy Lifestyles Team

The effects of smoking

We know it can be hard to quit smoking. The earlier you quit, the better the benefits for you and baby but it is never too late to stop smoking.

This video produced by Tommy’s, explains the effects that smoking has on your unborn baby.

Smoking Cessation Service

University Hospitals NHS Maternity Service offers dedicated midwife-led stop smoking support for pregnant women and people.

Their specialist team provides safe, evidence-based help, including:

  • carbon monoxide (CO) monitoring
  • nicotine replacement therapy (NRT)
  • free vapes (under the government’s Swap to Stop programme)
  • access to the national financial incentive scheme, where you can earn up to £400 for going smoke-free
  • tailored behaviour change support to protect you and your baby
  • start your smoke-free journey with expert guidance.

Find out more about the effects of smoking during pregnancy and how the Smoking Cessation Service can help.

Contact the Smoking Cessation Service

Get help from the healthy lifestyles team and local pharmacies

Find out where you can get help to stop smoking, including support to quit at home and information and advice on stop smoking treatments and Swap to Stop vapes.