How long after you quit smoking is it safe to breast feed?

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I am 30 weeks pregnant and I quit smoking about 2 weeks ago. When my baby is born will my breast milk be 100% clean of tobacco substances?

Mike_T says:


I know exactly how you feel, I was in a very similar situation. I remember that I was so nervous at that time and I took it out on everyone around me. I didnt know what could I do until, thanks god, I found Smoke Deter. Now I can look back and laugh on myself and in the same time I remember how helpless I was. I hope that I'll never be in the same situation again



Author: Dr. Louis on August 16, 2009
Category: quit cigarette smoking
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5 responses to “How long after you quit smoking is it safe to breast feed?”
  1. ♥Jamie♥ says:

    yes, your milk will be clean of tobacco
    How did you quit, I am looking for some pointers b/c I have been trying to quit for such a long time, If you can tell me what made you succeed I would appreciate it

  2. TotalRecipeHound says:

    Yes. Nicotine is completely out of your system with 5 days and out of your tissues within 2 weeks. That is why the first 10 days to 2 weeks is so tough. Your body is CRAVING nicotine or other chemicals in cigarettes. It’s really tough, so do find some stop smoking support to get your through these weeks. I found I had to completely change my friends. It is just too hard to maintain friendships with smokers for at least a few months. Even the smell of smoke from their clothing draws you in.

  3. Tessa says:

    i don’t know when the nicotine is 100% out of your system but breast is still best. good for you for quitting smoking for you baby! he’she will thank you for it. and for breastfeeding him/her too.

  4. Skittles are M & M wannabees says:

    First, congratulations on finally quitting smoking! I know how truly challenging that can be!

    Yes, you will absolutely be able to breastfeed when your baby is born. Here is a link with good info about smoking and breastfeeding: http://www.kellymom.com/health/lifestyle/smoking.html.

  5. VoiceofCommonSense says:

    It is still better than formula feeding. As long as you smoke 60-90 minutes before feeding, everything will be fine. You can smoke right after feeding too.
    I did this with all 3 of my kids, and they are normal healthy kids.

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