Health Tip: Creating a Smoke-Free Home

Doing so will protect your children from second-hand smoke

October 24, 2011 RSS Feed Print

(HealthDay News) -- Smoking while a child is in the room isn't the only way to expose the youngster to second-hand smoke.

The American Academy of Pediatrics says smoke can linger long after you put out a cigarette.

The academy offers these suggestions to avoid exposing your child to second-hand smoke:

Always smoke outdoors.
Create a designated, comfortable area outside where you and visitors smoke.
Wear a particular jacket or shirt only when you smoke, removing it when you're finished. This will help avoid bringing smoke into your home on your clothing.
Place an umbrella next to the door so you aren't tempted to smoke indoors when it rains.
Be clear with guests that yours is a no-smoking home.