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Can I drink a glass of wine while pregnant? Sometimes the day to day stresses really get
to me and I just want to unwind in the evening.
You probably already know that excessive drinking can be really dangerous for the baby. You
want to steer clear of Fetal alcohol syndrome.
Yes of course. That is why I would only want to drink one glass here and there. I am certainly
not a whine o.
There was a survey of obstetricians back in 2010 asking them if any alcohol during pregnancy
was safe and surprisingly 40% of them said a glass every once and a while was fine.
Can I have some wine every night?
That would be taking it a bit too far. Maybe just a couple times a week to be safe. Save
it for the weekend.
Does it matter which trimester I am in?
Yes, the most damage can be done during the first trimester, so be extra careful during
that time. Do not go over 2 drinks a week at most.
I am worried that if anyone sees me drinking with a pregnant belly they will freak out
on me.
That is risk you run into. Maybe just have some at home. Don't go into a bar or night
club. Also, stay away from hard alcohol.
Any possible benefits to the occasional glass of wine during pregnancy?
Believe it or not, but there was a study that showed light drinking while pregnant showed
a small increase in IQ for the child. However, it is quite speculative. The biggest benefit
would be you being able to relax and be a more happy mom.
Moderation is key. Thanks for the advice. I guess it doesn't have to be all or nothing.