Quit For Baby: Administrator Alice

About Quit For Baby Blog Administrator

Alice is a Certified Tobacco Cessation Specialist through the Mayo Clinic. Email her anytime with questions, comments or to post. alicemcovey@gmail.com PHYSICIANS & NURSES PLEASE REFER YOUR CLIENTS TO ALICE AT alicemcovey@gmail.com My hope, as Blog Administrator, is that moms can share with each other the struggle of quitting this difficult addiction to nicotine and support each other in your efforts. I would like to help you quit by giving you correct information and encouragement. I hope there will be lots of experiences you will be willing to share with each other and if you have any questions you will ask.

Please add your comments, questions, stories below by clicking on one of the posts "comment" sections. _________________________________________ We encourage you to click on the comment icon below any posts to let us know your questions, concerns, stories and supportive comments to other pregnant women or new moms who are interested in quitting tobacco. If you are a local resident and would like more information on resources to quit smoking, contact the Marathon County Health Department 715-261-1900. Contact them for specific information on how to quit smoking while pregnant as part of their First Breath program. ____________Why Quit & Stay Quit?__________ Benefits for my Baby:

WELCOME TO QUIT FOR BABY!

* Increases the chances of having a normal weight, healthy baby *Your baby will be getting more oxygen and increases the chance your baby's lungs will work well. *Lowers the risk that your baby will be born too early. *Your newborn may have fewer doctor visits. Your baby will be less at risk for SIDS. *Your child may have less chance of developing asthma. *Your child will breath easier and may have fewer ear infections. *

Benefits for You: *Your blood pressure, heart rate and circulation improve. *Helps you breath easier and gives you more energy. *Saves you money for diapers. *Makes your hair, home and clothes smell better. *Makes you feel good about what you've done for yourself and your baby!

Quitting:
When quitting, support, and encouragement help increase success rates. That is what this BLOG is all about, support, encouragement and help. If you read something and want more information or clarification please contact me and I would be happy to help. Women helping women is such a powerful force!
Another source of help is the Wisconsin QuitLine. The number is 1-800-784-8669. Badger Care Insurance also covers Tobacco Treatment medications, such as Chantix, NRT's, or Wellbutrin. Talk to your health professional to discuss what tobacco treatment medication might help you to quit.

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Quit For Baby

Thursday, December 27, 2007

Administrator Alice

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