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Thirdhand smoke

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rich37120
rich37120

we have recently purchased a second hand pram (silver Cross Wayfarer)

We didn't know the home it came from potentially was a smokers home and now my wife is worried about thirdhand smoke issues with both the unborn baby and if when it is born if it is going to be harmed by the residue chemicals that may be in the fabric of the pram.

We live in a smoke free home so the baby will not suffer from first hand, second hand or third hand smoke so I don't think there will be an issue as the baby will not be in an environment that is prolong exposure to 1st 2nd or 3rd hand smoke.

Does anyone have any knowledge or experience with this issue? 

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  • priya456
    priya456 rich37120

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    Thirdhand smoke (THS) is a term used to describe the residual contamination from tobacco smoke that lingers in rooms long after smoking stops and remains on our clothes after we leave a smoky place. It may seem merely like an offensive smell, but it is also indicative of the presence of tobacco toxins.
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