Chippewa County Public Health offers the FIRST BREATH program for pregnant women who want to quit smoking. First Breath is offered throughout the state by the Wisconsin Women’s Health Foundation, a non-profit organization.

Chippewa County Public Health and the FIRST BREATH program want pregnant women to have a happy, healthy pregnancy. Quitting smoking is difficult for everyone, but there are ways to be successful. As a FIRST BREATH participant, you will receive:

*Non-judgmental, personal support

*One-on-one smoking cessation counseling

*Self-help materials

*Access to the toll-free statewide Wisconsin Tobacco Quit Line

(1-800-QUIT-NOW -- 1-800-784-8669)

*Follow-up support after delivery

*Motivation by learning about FIRST BREATH success stories

*Smoking education materials for your family

*Free incentives and a gift at delivery

Why does Chippewa County Public Health and FIRST BREATH want to help you quit smoking?

Because it is a very important issue and you can make a big difference for your baby!

SMOKING DURING PREGNANCY CAN LEAD TO:

*Premature birth

*Miscarriage or stillbirth

*Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)

*Asthma in children

*Future problems in school

We know that you want your newborn to be healthy, so we want to help you quit smoking and help reduce the risk of these serious conditions.

To learn more about quitting smoking or having a Public Health Nurse visit during your pregnancy, Please call:

Chippewa County Department of Public Health

715-726-7900 or 1-800-400-3678

or Email Stephanie Abbe at sabbe@co.chippewa.wi.us

For more information about FIRST BREATH and the Wisconsin Women’s Health Foundation visit their website at www.wwhf.org