Breathing for Two: The hidden dangers of smog during pregnancy

As the air turns heavy with smog each winter, expectant mothers face an invisible yet serious health threat.

- TDG NETWORK

The same pollutants that irritate our lungs—fine particulate matter (PM2.5), nitrogen dioxide, and carbon monoxide—can have far deeper consequences for pregnant women and their unborn babies. When you're breathing for two, every breath matters.

THE INVISIBLE ENEMY

Smog isn't just an outdoor problem—it seeps into homes, workplaces, and even hospital corridors. These fine particles can enter the bloodstream through the lungs, crossing the placental barrier and affecting fetal development. Studies link high pollution exposure to premature births, low birth weight, and even long-term neurodevelopmental issues in children.

HEALTH RISKS FOR EXPECTANT MOTHERS