Alcohol and pregnancy
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"Alcohol and pregnancy " KS3 & KS4 leaflets
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"Alcohol and pregnancy "
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Before you risk it, get the facts.
The Department of Health recommends avoiding alcohol altogether during pregnancy. Alcohol is a very poisonous drug, which travels directly from mother to baby through the bloodstream.
The damage that drinking alcohol can cause depends on various factors:
- Amount of alcohol
- Strength of alcohol
- Stage of the pregnancy
- Binge drinking
- Health and nutritiion of drinker
Drinking during pregnancy can lead to birth defects and development problems (known as foetal alcohol spectrum disorders)
Six or more units of alcohol a day could cause miscarriage. If you are concerned you may be drinking too much, speak to your GP or Midwife who will be able to advise you further.
What can I drink instead of alcohol to relax?
Try replacing your alcoholic drinks for non-alcoholic ones or experiment by creating a non-alcoholic cocktail. The internet can give you many delicious recipes, or try our recipe collection.
Think of the risks and consider the consequences!