Smoking during pregnancy has been shown to have long term effects on the child, affecting their educational prospects.
New research from the Growing up in Ireland Study finds that 13 percent of mothers smoked all the way through pregnancy.
It also found that wealthier women were more likely to drink during pregnancy.
Juliette Gash reports;
Amanda and baby Ciara were on hand for the launch of the report, along with Minister for Children James Reilly.
What advice does Minister Reilly have for expectant mothers who may be smokers, particularly those who are facing the challenges of poverty and stress;
