there are so many reasons why baby would have birth defects and i think one of which is when the mother is smoking.

i am not sure but i just wonder, my sister doesn't have any vices, she takes care of herself and she's very careful but still she gave birth with defects.

birth defects normally are those functional or structural abnormalities that is present at bith.

some has this kind of condition due to genetic problems like if some part of the gene is missing.

the doctor once told me abou chromosomes problems like having some extra chromosome or missing at times.

Genetics play a role in some birth defects. Every cell in the body has chromosomes containing genes that go a long way in determining a person's unique characteristics. One missing or faulty gene can cause a birth defect; this is significant when you consider that we each have about 25,000 genes per cell determining everything from the length of our toes to the color of our eyes.

Usually smoking, drinking and using drugs are some reasons why there are babies born with birth defects.

if a pregnant woman is exposed to the environmental virus like rubella or german measles.

if you are pregnant and if you drink alcoholic beverages or into drugs, then expect the consequence.

keep in mind that whatever you do that is bad or good, will surely reflect on your baby's health.

very watchful with what you eat and how you carry yourself.

a mother should worry more about her baby's health all the time.

i suggest to have that prenatal screening to know that your baby may born with defect.

do you know that birth defects are treatable? yes, it is and often times done immediately after giving birth.

actually not only right after you give birth, it is also possible treatment can be done before the baby is born.

well, birth defects can be caused by environmental, genetic or environmental factors.