A smoke and vape free environment is one of the simplest ways to help protect your baby's health. Exposure before and after birth can increase the risk of SIDS and other serious health Secondhand smoke and secondhand aerosol The risks of vaping near babies and children are often underestimated, but they are very real. E cigarette vapour can affect developing lungs, increase the risk of respiratory problems and compromise overall Secondhand Smoke Vermont Department of Health Second hand smoke is highly toxic. Here's what happens when pregnant women and their babies are exposed to second hand smoke. Second hand vaping exposure very low compared to second hand smoking UCL News UCL University College London