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Some experts say moderate drinking during pregnancy is okay, while others who believe taking even one drink can potentially harm a baby. What's a mother to do? To play it safe, abstain. If you must consume alcohol during pregnancy, do so no more than once a week, and drink no more than one or two drinks.
Top Resources on Moderate Drinking During Pregnancy
- March of Dimes: Drinking Alcohol During Pregnancy
- About.com: Even Light Drinking While Pregnant Can Be Harmful
- Stats: What are the Risks of Light to Moderate Drinking During Pregnancy?
- New York Times: The Weighty Responsibility of Drinking for Two
- BBCNews: Warning over pregnancy drinking
- EurekAlert: Light to moderate drinking during pregnancy may lead to learning deficits
- eHealthMD: Alcohol During Pregnancy
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- Contributor: Chris Miller
- Reviewer: Elisa Carter
- Supervised by: The OrganizedWisdom Physician Review Team
- Last update: Jul. 30, 2008
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