Glass of wine?

[MarthaMary000]

I am 17 weeks pregnant with twins and it is my first pregnancy.   Last time I drank was before I knew I was pregnant...currently I was thinking about having a glass of red wine.  Sounds so good, but I am a worry wart. Any thoughts?

[86countrygirl]

It's better to err on the cautious side. I've had 3 mc, so I'm doing everything possible to give my baby the best chance and when I step back and look at the big picture, craving some wine really isn't that big a deal when it has potential to harm this baby that I've been trying for so long! Everyone has to make their own decision, though.

[Nellyzz]

for me personally im cravvvving soooo bad a wine im 36w2d and have this whole pregnancy, but im chicken sh*t LOL cant bring my self to do it. my bf would kick my b u m if I did lol ill just stick it out :)

[Star3789]

Knowing that alcohol is proven to cause birth defects, and the amount needed to cause those defects being unknown, I think drinking while pregnant is too risky and really irresponsible.

[babypav2014]

So I asked my doctor this same question.... I am 23wks and baby weighs just over a pound.  He said say I drank about 4 ounces,  that is 1/4 of the babies weight.  Now imagine how you would feel if you drank one forth of your weight in beer or wine... if would f*ck you up and could even cause permanent damage or death.  ...I think he was trying to scare me not to drink and it worked.  Not worth the risk in my opinion.

[Mama2Mia]

There are also some really delicious non-alcoholic beers. I buy Bavaria peach flavour.  Satisfies my urge instantly and when I'm with friends who are drinking its nice to feel "normal" again Lol

[kd1121]

I have wine here n there. Or a beer sometimes. i do this because there is no proof that an alcoholic beverage here n there has made damage to a child. Alcoholism has tho. Regular alcohol use has..

[86countrygirl]

It's actually pretty good! I prefer a dry, red wine and this is sweet, but it's amazingly close enough to satisfy me!

[sprmom87]

Let us know how it tastes!

[86countrygirl]

I think it kinda makes a difference how much you drank before pregnancy. If your body is used to it, it's not as big a deal as it would be if you very rarely drank any. Just my personal theory. I've been avoiding it personally (didn't drink it often enough before) but lately have been wanting some SO bad! Today hubby bought me a bottle of non - alcoholic wine to see if that satisfies the cravings :)

[sprmom87]

I have no problem with it my doctor has even suggested a small glass or two a week to help with my blood pressure. Everyone has their own thoughts and there are tons and tons of studies for both sides. My best recommendation do not drink to the point of feeling tipsy or past that point for sure!

[Momof3cookin4]

Lots of people on here will nag at you for this post. But some ppl say it's good to have a glass here & there. I'm not a wine drinker myself but when I had a craving for beer I bought a small glass & my baby was fine. I drank before knowing I was pregnant with all pregnancies & they are all perfect! I'd say a glass isn't much to worry about.

[Butterball66]

Everyone has their own opinion about it but its ok to have one every now and again. Talk to your doctor and do research on it. I have a 4oz glass about once a month.