We know that no level of tobacco smoke exposure is safe for pregnant moms or babies. Yet experts are still learning the extent of the damage done by this toxin. It may even be is linked to changes in how a baby’s genes are regulated and could cause developmental disorders and adult diseases.

We know that no level of tobacco smoke exposure is safe for pregnant moms or babies. Yet experts are still learning the extent of the damage done by this toxin. It may even be is linked to changes in how a baby&rsquo;s genes are regulated and could cause developmental disorders and adult diseases.

The First Five Years is a weekly program presented by Maryland Family Network.  The series is focused on the extraordinary developmental period from birth to age five. The First Five Years highlights the challenges and opportunities related to nurturing young children and helping them build a solid foundation for success in school and in life.

The First Five Years is a weekly program presented by <a href="http://www.marylandfamilynetwork.org/">Maryland Family Network</a>. &nbsp;The series is focused on the extraordinary developmental period from birth to age five. The First Five Years&nbsp;highlights the challenges and opportunities related to nurturing young children and helping them build a solid foundation for success in school and in life.

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