. I usually went outside so my house didnt get too much of it. Ive found that those hold a lot of smokey smell. Being pregnant is not a medical condition. So far I haven't found anyone who has. Just sayin, if they could, well, they just wouldnt have asthma. After smoking for 40 odd years, my husband got an e-cig on April 3rd. Every single person I know in recovery smokes and drink a lot of diet Coke. Everytime someone would lite up next to me it would make me gag. I have never smoked and hate to smell the stuff. Yeah it never bugged me before and now its awful. I get sick from the smell, I move. To my surprise the test was positivevery faint though. Theyre cheaper than cigs too. However, I think just because you dont like the smell, the other person doesnt have to jump through hoops to appease you. 8 weeks pregnant and constanly feeling sick - any tips? Within the first 15 to 60 minutes following exposure, symptoms are related to the stimulatory effects of nicotine and include: excess saliva in the mouth. That was tricky.). A vacuum? It leads to diabetes, heart disease, etc. Please fumigate your house each week before our sessions). Unfortunately this also means I can smell second hand smoke at 30ft! I think I may be the only person to ever actually be thankful for the morning sickness because it helped me kick the habit I never thought I'd be able to. I feel for the OP I am not bothered by secondhand smoke, but the smell of stale smoke on smokers is really tough for me to take. As soon as my baby was born, I told my husband I am not having this around my baby. Dont you see it is different from someone walking up to an obese person asking them have they heard about Weight Watchers, smoking affects other people. There may be some as yet undiscovered hazards to e-cigs (untested does not mean unsafe, despite what news reports would have you believe), but as far as Im concerned they are a harm reduction, both for smokers and all those around them. I know recovering alcoholics and drug addicts who havent relapsed in over a dozen years, and they have tried to quit smoking multiple times and always start again. No problems at all. I think that was an Onion joke a while back Date reeks of Febreeze.. How can I solve this without being a major pain in the ass? Why do smokers feel the need to act like what they are doing is not harmful to those around them? Ive wondered if that was to minimize the smell on the hands and arms. coughing. Is there anything that helps to get the smoke smell out of hair? And its been 22 years since my last one. I have never smoked and I hate, hate, hate the habit I see in others. I am a smoker, have been for quite sometime. The smell is faint but I smell it immediately when she smokes and I have to cover my mouth and nose, immediately it makes me feel like throwing up. Oh man, mint was supposed to be an anti-nausea thing and it made me SO sick to my stomach. While uncomfortable, these are rarely a cause for concern. I dont know why this gets perpetuated so much that we are all disgusting and rude. Sprayed everything known to man. Directly inhaling through the mouth will only subject her to more chemicals then. I love her and it never bothered me until about two weeks ago. If e-cigs had existed back then I would have been happy to try them. Most smokers who dont quit keep smoking because they are ADDICTED. As soon as I hit 70, Im going to start. What I actually wrote is that I have no doubt in mind that someone else in his life has asked him to quit before and gave him suggestions on how to do so, because I speak from personal experience. increased appetite. In a totally unrelated event, I had my first bout of morning sickness just hours later! She looked at me like I just picked my nose and said she couldnt believe a smoker would throw away their own butts in a trash can. I started smoking cigarettes when I was 14, and by the time I was 16 I was easily ripping through a pack 1/2 a day and developed the stupid habit of chain-smoking. My supervisor was a chain smoker and when I did filing in her office it was horrible for me. I have a friend who picked up smoking during her first year out of med school. It might not be as convincing as the health-related reasons for an unborn baby, but its a good place to start without having to reveal your pregnancy. 1 to 9 months after quitting, you'll feel less short of breath and cough less. They had a zip up sweatshirt that they would put on before going out to smoke so that the sweatshirt would absorb all of the cigarette odors. That was one of my first signs that I was pregnant. I smoked a bit after, everything was actually good. include protected health information. 2) Yes, nicotine is addictive. My county has prohibited the use of e-cigarrettes by its employees at work as well as all of the property. :), Well, I appreciate the information because Im one of those grammar nuts, and I knew that I was using nauseous incorrectly, but I didnt know what was correct. OP - if your coworker is open to really changing things up, electronic cigarettes can be a really good option - all the nicotine and oral fixation, none of the icky stuff in cigarettes, and you avoid the odor. Their brains arent fully grown, particularly the parts of the brain that make long term decisions on something that will more than likely give me cancer and yellow my teeth etc.? Those obviously dont help if you or your coworkers are sensitive to fragrance, but they work for me. The smell of cooking food, the taste, even just the image of certain food would make me gag and vomit. I live in an apt and the lady upstairs smokes all day and night. Maybe that means my child hates cigs and won't start smoking. now that Im obviously pregnant, most of them dont smoke around me, but I definitely smell like smoke anyway after I leave their house. Of course you still can, but you wont want to because you wont get that nicotine rush (read: high). You'll soon start receiving the latest Mayo Clinic health information you requested in your inbox. Id second the suggestion about keeping something scented or fan on your desk. When we had a coworker who did smoke, it was like hitting into a wall of stink when you had to talk to him and he had just come in from a smoke break. Nausea and vomiting of pregnancy: Clinical findings and evaluation. So again, I will be resigning myself to suffer through until my situation changes. By then, I will already have wrinkles, so the mouth wrinkles that long-term smokers get wont be so noticeable. I had worked with her for several months before she mentioned that she smoked. 6dpo, drank some red wine (shared a bottle with 3 other ppl) and woke up to a racing heart rate.. it is very unusual. I dont think a single person here has suggested he quit during the workday. Huge shock! Just scared to figure out but wish me luck everyone .! Nice: "Bob, I've noticed since I've been pregnant that I'm much more sensitive to smells, especially cigarettes. I just knew, even before I saw the BFP on the test, that I was pregnant. Chat in the forums, ask questions, journal your thoughts and post your photos. I think its the confirmation bias thing again. To be fair, its not just the presence of the chemicals its the short- and long-term dosage thats damaging. the vast majority of smokers in the US start smoking when they are fairly young (12-14). Ditto- My brother's smoking never really bothered me til just now! I have the same issue with my eating habits- exercise is also great for stress relief but fitting a 20 minute walk into my day isnt as easy as eating a chocolate bar. If someone came in with a particularly strong smelling perfume, it would be perfectly reasonable to ask them to take steps not to smell so strongly. Is this a good time to bring up the AAM recommended air purifier again? I just assume it would bother or concern some people and its not a big deal to go outside, IMO. I never wrote he would be unwilling to make changes (like wearing a jacket or using Febreze) as far as lessening the LWs comfort. Feeling sick 2 DPO. After she tried to get me to smell them to tell if they were still good she then tried to get rid of the shrimp smell with pine-scented Glade. Cigars can contain a considerable amount of nicotine. Thats a very low-effort solution. Sometimes the whole pack. Learn more. Why would I want to waste my money (theyre expensive!) I realize people know the aids to stop smoking, but it does affect others and that is not right. Because trust me, its very difficult to deal with all the time. YES! Thanks.. A couple weeks go by and still nothing, and then it seems like out of the blue one day, food was absolutely disgusting to me. I knew I was pregnant, but after so many years of the addiction I didn't feel like I could stop, even though I knew it was bad for my unborn baby. information is beneficial, we may combine your email and website usage information with Bushfires can be started by a lit cigarette careless thrown from a car window, killing people, animals and destroying property, not to mention that cigarette butts are the item most found in litter. Our microwave is the copier room, but the smell is starting to permeate through the office. Nausea and vomiting of pregnancy: Treatment and outcome. The relationship isnt clear, and the review calls for more research to understand the potential connection between environmental cigarette smoke and childhood allergies. I have walking nausea today, ugh. Oh, Im sorry youre sick, but I laughed so hard at that! Pregnant women who smoke put their unborn babies at risk, too. Hate, hate this habit. I usually get the person who chain smokes and it trails them like perfume. I have never smoked, but remember years ago working in offices where people did in break room and one supervisor in her own office. Why is it so difficult for the OP to nicely explain to the co-worker that they are feeling very sensitive to smells, and ask if the co-worker would be willing to adopt a temporary measure to reduce the smoke odor? Get exercise, which may motivate you to quit smoking in the short term and may help you. Proud! In the worst waves of pregnancy nausea, its amazing how much air blowing on your face helps. Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science, Mayo Clinic Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, Mayo Clinic School of Graduate Medical Education, Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development, Mayo Clinic on Incontinence - Mayo Clinic Press, NEW Mayo Clinic on High Blood Pressure - Mayo Clinic Press, Mayo Clinic on Hearing and Balance - Mayo Clinic Press, FREE Mayo Clinic Diet Assessment - Mayo Clinic Press, Mayo Clinic Health Letter - FREE book - Mayo Clinic Press, Financial Assistance Documents Minnesota, Book: Mayo Clinic Guide to a Healthy Pregnancy. It worked pretty well (I also had other motivationmy bf at the time didnt want me to smoke). Even when I smoked, the stale smell bothered me. Hopefully can get some answers. Allergy tests can be performed in an allergists office. I'm 17, and at one point earlier in the year I was pregnant and didnt know and got sick every time I was around smoke or smoked a cigarette myself. A lack of sleep, poor diet, anxiety, or stress can often cause a person to feel sick. Visit the dpo chart pages to view most common and significant positive and negative indicators of pregnancy for each day past ovulation. Pregnant women begin producing HCG shortly after a fertilized egg attaches to the uterine lining. She wasnt implying that smokers deserve sympathy because they smoke. 26/02/2014 at 8:07 pm. The difference here is that second hand smoke does more than make health care costs go up- it can actually kill you. Im pregnant myself and dont understand why pregnant women feel that others should accommodate to their choice to have a kid. I am not against the person, but I do believe this is so unfair to the non-smoker. Shows data for days where differences are meaningful. Accessed Oct. 1, 2021. I know this is my body telling me that I need to quit and make healthier . So, yeah, it starts out as a choice for sure. Its pretty obvious the folks suggesting e-cigarettes are not smokers. I think the best way for the LW to go is ask to be moved. It's now been about 3 months and since that day, and I have not touched another cigarette since. She said she put on a different coat in the car and put a scarf over her hair for the smoking trips. The smell was almost intolerable. Man, I should get commissions on this thing: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0099UO83M/ref=oh_details_o03_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1. + so hard, and this goes for any compulsive behavior, addiction, or mental illness. Its worth it to ask not as a hey you can quit! way but as a possible compromise for 9-ish months. Man, I loathe sitting next to smokers at work or on the bus. You might also mention that in addition to making you feel sick,thirdhand smoke smoke residue on skin and clothes is starting to be acknowledged as a danger in itself. Best of luck. Honestly, I think the most fair thing to do is to see what hes willing to do, and find the thing that is the least effort/least imposition for everyone involved. Your baby may be born too early (premature birth). People of all ages report this reaction. Usually once a day I will find myself smoking, and then following the cigarette I will start gagging and borderline puke. Yet alcoholics, drug addicts, or even people with food addictions are considered different somehow and no one would dare tell a drug addict why dont you just stop. I get shitfaced off 4 beers. Ginger worked, thank goodness. Here are a few tips for minimizing your exposure to tobacco products that may cause an allergic reaction for you: Cannabis is known for its recreational and medicinal uses, but it's also become a common allergen. Im not even a smoker (I have smoked, but very rarely, and Im not addicted) and Ive noticed that its ok to demonize them. Developing a habit is. Im at about 20 weeks and no longer nauseous, but it still bothers me much more than it used to. Thats what I have in my office. I dont know why, but you might do some Internet research. Im not sure AnonAnony was suggesting the co-worker use the e-cigarette inside their office, just that they smoke it outside instead of a regular cigarette. Made a choice to get pregnant of all the things to say. Im 1 dpo and Usually 2 8% alcohol drinks get me drunk. Last night I had a glass of wine with Hubby, and whoa! He still may be willing to use one around the office, though. Allergic sensitization, rhinitis and tobacco smoke exposure in U.S. adults. One way or another, someone is getting blamed for the situation and the entire responsibility for making an accommodation is being placed on their shoulders, when mutual compromise can often lead to much better results. ugh! I also was jumping for joy when they banned it indoors in Illinois. (Hes probably tried at least one if not more to quit), and he doesnt need you to inform him about it. For some reason the nicotine addiction is considered a choice and as someone on here even said, they dont get any sympathy (not that anyone was asking for it). Smoking doubles your risk of abnormal bleeding during pregnancy and . I might talk to the boss first about casually changing the seating arrangements. I hope for the OPs sake that her sensitivity to this smell is temporary. Its too hard and too easy to lead to relapse, and if the choice is sober and smoking or drunk and not smoking (and then probably starting to smoke again) sober is usually better for everyone. I agree, but I dont think its something anyone can really understand unless they were ever a smoker. I'm desperately trying to stop too. I remember the first time a former co-worker of mine were walking to lunch on the sidewalk. anxiety. By visiting our site, you agree to our privacy policy regarding cookies, tracking statistics, etc. Hes heard of e-cigarettes, Chantix, nicotine gum, the patch, hypnosis, cold turkey, etc. runny nose . Smith JA, et al. Cigarette smoke bothered me before PG, it's even worse now. All this talk about how hard it is to kick the addiction is like an alcoholic saying they should be able to take breaks during the day to drink, because they have an addiction that they arent willing/able to quit. Smoking is most common in people who have a mental illness or people who have high stress jobs that involve shift work and losing sleep or that are physically demanding because its easier to smoke a cigarette and get back to work than to do many other, much healthier things. MARGE: Gee Patyoure soooo smart. If we combine this information with your protected I would come home at the end of the day and my coat will smell like that. And FWIW your MIL is a tool for smoking in your home even before you had a baby. Ask your co-worker to wear a smoking jacket when he smokes. Smoke never bothered me much until I got pregnant, at which point it made me unbelievably nauseated, but only for the duration of the pregnancy. BUT, as a slender person in good health, I still see a difference. You can learn more about how we ensure our content is accurate and current by reading our. If he was ready to go for the whole workday without smoking, he probably would have done so. Which kind of stinks but at least makes the issue make more sense to people who arent you! Accessed Oct. 1, 2021. I am not even a smoker but some of these comments rub me the wrong way. Breast changes can occur between weeks 4 and 6. Smoker's flu is not an infectious disease, but rather the process a person's body goes through while transitioning to life after quitting nicotine. I am so glad I found this thread!! My mom smoked through all 3 of her pregnancies because she didn't get morning sickness.I've read patches and gum are bad, laser therapy won't touch a pregnant woman, NO Chantix, aaahhhh! And it may be stuff you cant even smell, or at least not much. Just because his addiction is making you literally ill doesnt give you the right to tell him or help him to quit. Dont you see it is different from someone walking up to an obese person asking them have they heard about Weight Watchers, smoking affects other people. The LWs co-worker is not smoking inside, hes going out like he is supposed to by law in most places in the U.S. Doctors are unsure what exactly causes the skin to inflame when it comes into contact with tobacco leaves, but its best to avoid tobacco if you experience a reaction after contact. If you want to do this do this in your own car and your own home. I figured I was just getting the flu, AF was due until Nov 3rd., but I thought I would check anyway. Excellent typo. If there is a medical reason, like yours, then thats a different story. Kind of reminds me when my Facebook friends circulate stuff telling you not to eat this or that because it contains dihydrogen monoxide, implying that all chemicals are bad for you. Cheers in advance :) Edit: Should add that I'm not a new smoker, this has always happened just never looked into it. So make sure your hydrated . Strongly Smelling Foods. (Then I came into work and found her erecting a room divider, to which she sewed sound-proofing, because apparently she sensed that a colleague was annoyed by the sound of the purifier. Wear a surgical mask if you cannot avoid exposure to secondhand smoke. I gave up, resigned myself to the fact that I'll never be able to hit those same notes again, and continued my habit. After that, I just assumed that I would go outside (except in Exjobs smoke room, before they did away with that, and before I lived at my dads in the late 90s, I smoked at my own apartment). (Sorry, I couldnt resist! You can also ask him to WASH HIS HANDS. I go to clients homes for my job, and many of my clients smoke in their homes. :). I still don't know if the two are directly related, but I went from throwing up absolutely everything and feeling nauseous all day long to feeling absolutely fine and eating anything I crave in a matter of less than 3 months. I meant grammar, usage, spelling, etc. But I get the cigarette smoke odor is what we smell and can identify. Has your coworker considered switching to e-cigs? information and will only use or disclose that information as set forth in our notice of I definitely think quitting is a good thing for everyone who smokes, but most of us learn the hard way that you really cant make the decision to do it for anyone but yourself. It's so sad and I know they can't help it, but I can't stand or sit near them! American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists; 2021. American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. Blood thickens and heart works harder. I care about the smoker too. Not to be a negative nancy, but your advice only works if shes already told people at work about her pregnancy. I am 5 dpo. Also. Every time you reach for a cigarette, just think about how disgusting and nauseous it makes you feel. LyssBrooke09263 years ago So its possible that the co-worker may not realize how obvious the smell is. 4. My coworker, who I share an office with, goes out for numerous smoke breaks throughout the day. The #1 app for tracking pregnancy and baby growth. Human beings dont come with a cigarette smoke proof filter, unfortunately. You cant change him, but you could change yourself. I have never been pregnant and eggs being cooked has been known to make me gag. Yes, your parents chose to have that first drink. All rights reserved. Women pregnant with twins or multiples also have higher HCG levels and are more likely to experience morning sickness. do I need to wear nylons to a job interview or are bare legs OK? If I never see/smell you smoking, its never going to be something I ask you not to do around me. Guaranteed. 06/08/2015 at 12:04 pm. OP, if you can bring in a desk fan, go for it. Not only is second hand smoke bad for Mom and Baby, but THIRDHAND smoke, the residue on chairs, desks, walls, is also incredibly toxic to the development of the baby and the well being of mom. As you get older your body changes . I totally understand what everyone is going through. In fact I didnt even realize how strong the smell on my clothes etc. Theres unscented Febreze. which means their family members have to take care of them if they get sick and everyones health care costs go up. I think it gets in your clothes and hair. Works great with strong perfumes as well. That bit, I think, is less AAM-approved. Sammy is 11 weeks pregnant with her second child, but still smoking cannabis Credit: SWNS. To compound matters, I was unable to move and completely unwilling to tell my bosses about my pregnancy until I had an exit strategy worked out, as I was the first pregnant employee theyd ever had and they were not known as a family-friendly company (they ended up handling the news much better than I would have expected). The smoking hoodie sounds ideal, IMHO. Smoker's flu, also known as quitter's flu, is a slang term used to describe some of the main symptoms of nicotine withdrawal. Someone existing in an area while being obese is not going to give their coworkers diabetes or heart disease. It's also possible that nausea and vomiting during pregnancy are signs of viable placental tissue. It is the worst and I can always tell when someones come back from a smoke break. I was doing OK, but at the moment my stress level is sky high due to this project Im working on that is launching in January. ;0) I just had a coworker microwave a few strips of bacon. Try asking him/her to leave their coat elsewhere in the office a coat closet? Connect one-on-one with an OB-GYN who will answer your question. Rather, because tobacco products (especially cigarettes) are filled with many toxic ingredients and irritating chemicals, some people have a reaction to those specific substances. Maybe that means my child hates cigs and won't start smoking. Plus, hes taken a drag off one here and there and now to him they taste totally disgusting. A 2016 review suggests that children are more likely to develop childhood allergies if they are exposed to secondhand tobacco smoke (or are born to a mother who has smoked during pregnancy) in the perinatal period (before and after birth). Were also in a small office, many years ago we had several smokers who didnt want to smell like cigarettes all day long. Ugh, im in this same situation! You also might have to spill the beans about your pregnancy sooner than youd wished, if something is causing you extra trouble. I also have asthma and am female, and the comparison of asthma and being pregnant astounds me. Regardless, how much a smoker tries to be polite the health risk to themselves and others is there. Yes, the smell of smoke was worse when I was pregnant, but I would not be willing to have to smell that all day every day even when I wasnt. All rights reserved. Which is funny cause DH smokes (never in the house, outside on the porch) and the residue smell on him never bothered me before but now unless he washes his hands I don't want him near me. I believe Ive seen on here people wanting to ask others to use other soaps, body washes, or deodorant. This complicates things, like using public transportation, for example, and it affects things like where I can go and what I can do, like outdoor festivals or concerts, where smokers stand around and act as if they arent subjecting others to poisonous air just because its outside. Ugh, yes. We Diet Coke addicts are mostly running under radar. Switching to e-cigs during the working day is probably a medium- to high-effort solution for the OPs coworker, although its at least worth floating to see if hell give it a shot. I am surprised when non-smokers invite me to light up around them. Marcus BH, et al. However, this is just someones increased sensititivy to an odor, not an actual medical reason. And just to let you know, when you write Im not going to argue with you on this and write your viewpoint on an issue after that statement, what you actually telling people Im only interested in shutting you down, not responding like a grown-up.. (For the record, Ive never smoked, but my parents do. the smoke. Been smoking 3mg of hunting clouds juice or illusions juice and have had no problems. Most smokers who dont quit keep smoking because they are ADDICTED.. All while eating GMO corn chips.. Boost your immune systems functionality with a balanced diet and an adequate amount of sleep. I still say the smoker should remember not all of us want that stinky smell around. Trying for a baby. (2016). I feel for this OP. I am in the early stages of my first pregnancy. Febreeze is one of their worst offenders. I can't seem to find anyone who has, and I would like to know if anyone knows if the smoking and the nausea were directly related. Bleah. 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