How to Stop Drinking Alcohol During Pregnancy

Pregnancy and alcohol consumption

Can I drink alcohol during my pregnancy?

Surely you've heard a lot of contradictory claims about alcohol use during pregnancy.
Some people may have told you that you should not drink alcohol during pregnancy, while others have told you that you can drink it with a moderate amount of alcohol. You may even have had testimonials from women who have consumed alcohol without their child having any sequelae ... In short, you do not know who to believe or what to do ...

n fact, today, scientific knowledge does not determine how much alcohol you can safely consume for your baby, or whether there are differences between people.

What we know for sure is that:

• placenta does not filter alcohol; all the alcohol you consume passes directly from the mother's blood to the baby's blood through the placenta;
• alcohol can have harmful effects on the fetus;
• the more alcohol you consume, the greater the risk of harm to you and the fetus;
• The only way to avoid any risk is to abstain from alcohol during pregnancy.

What are the effects of alcohol on the fetus?

Alcohol use during pregnancy can cause permanent damage to your baby such as:
• malformations (heart, kidneys, eyes, ears, etc.);
• intellectual retardation;
• learning problems;
• behavioral problems.

I used alcohol without knowing that I was pregnant, is it serious?

It all depends on the time of pregnancy and the quantities drunk. It is best to talk to your healthcare professional. However, it is never too late to stop drinking. For more information, visit our website mykid myfife
I want to have a baby, should I stop drinking?
Because it is difficult to determine the exact timing of conception, the Society of Obstetricians and Gynecologists of Canada recommends that you do not consume alcohol as soon as you consider getting pregnant. The risk is present from the first weeks of pregnancy.
Alcohol helps me relax, is not it better for my baby than being stressed?

During pregnancy, alcohol is more dangerous than stress.

To relax, here are some better ideas:

• go for a walk or play sports
• read a book or a comic,
• lie down and listen to music,
• watch a TV show you like,
• take a bath,
• drink a hot chocolate,
• take a nap,
• getting a massage.

If this is too difficult for you, talk to a health professional.

Are there any tips to avoid drinking alcohol?

Have you decided to stop using alcohol during your pregnancy? Bravo!

Here are some tips to help you keep this resolution.
If everybody drinks in your environment
• Explain that you have decided not to consume alcohol for the sake of the baby.
• Say you can not do it without their help and it is very important to you.
• During the holidays, bring your own non-alcoholic drink (fruit juice cocktail, non-alcoholic beer, etc.).

Suggestions for alcohol-free cocktails

1. Pina colada without alcohol

40 ml (1.35 oz) orange juice
40 ml (1.35 oz) pineapple juice
10 ml (0.34 oz) of coconut milk
Pour the ingredients into a shaker half filled with ice cubes, shake and enjoy!

2. Bora-Bora Cocktail without Alcohol

100 ml (3.4 oz) pineapple juice
60 ml (2 oz) passion fruit juice
10 ml (0.34 oz) grenadine syrup
10 ml (0.34 oz) lemon juice
Pour the ingredients into a shaker with ice cubes, shake and enjoy!

3. Mojito

Club soda
2 teaspoons cane sugar
Some mint leaves
Some ice cubes

4. Cranberry Cocktail

Cranberry juice
Ginger ale or Seven-Up

5. Tea cocktail

Two volumes of flavored tea
Two volumes of apple juice
1 volume of pineapple juice
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