Science Research Question

How do the mother's actions affect the embro/fetus development? Positively or negatively.

Pregnancy is a time of changes in a woman's body and a time when the baby is developing to be born. The decisions that a woman makes when caring for her body affects a fetus when she is pregnant. Some substances that a pregnant woman uses can harm a fetus, causing a negative impact on development and possibly resulting permanent damage.
Drugs and alcohol use during pregnancy can affect the development of fetal organs and overall growth. The American Council for Drug Education states that when a pregnant mother drinks alcohol, its components are absorbed and cause damage to the cells of a fetus. Drinking alcohol might cause Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS), a condition characterized by facial deformities, heart complications and mental retardation.
Smoking. The use of tobacco by a pregnant mother increases her chances of having a baby that has a low birth weight. Tobacco use may also harm a fetus by reducing the amount of available oxygen in the bloodstream, which can cause neurological damage.
Food. Certain food that a pregnant woman eats may cause harm to her unborn baby. The mother might eat listeria. Which is a type of bacteria found in some vegetables, dairy products and uncooked meats.
Environmental. Many environmental situations may cause harm if a pregnant woman does not take proper care. Improper use of seat belts results in injury to a fetus as well as a mother if an accident occurs. Exposure to many household chemicals and various environmental substances can be toxic to an unborn baby, and mother should take precautions against putting their child at risk of exposure.