We all know that drinking WHILE pregnant is a big no-no, as it contributes to all kinds of birth defects. However, can heavy drinking years BEFORE pregnancy lead to birth defects as well?
2006-12-03 17:44:24 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
well i found this, so i suppose it is possible "Women who continue to drink alcohol, even in small amounts, while attempting to become pregnant, may reduce their chances of conceiving, according to recent studies."
2006-12-03 17:46:35 · answer #1 · answered by blackqueen 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A few years back I read an article about a study that was conducted regarding the children of alcoholic FATHERS. It stated that the damage done from excessive drinking can be found on a genetic level.
My ex-husband was both an alcoholic and abused drugs for years before we had our daughter (she'll be 17 next month) and she has always been extremely challenged where school is concerned. His 9 year old also has problems with school, has been held back one year and already needs a tutor for this school year.
My current husband and I have three children (13, 7 & 1) and neither one of us have ever had more than a couple of drinks every so often much less any drug use. The 13 year old was an honor roll student (until she discovered boys) and the 7 year old reads a year ahead of the rest of his class.
Based on my own personal experiences, I've come to the conclusion that an occassional drink is fine, but moderation is the key for heath and safety of yourself and your unborn (future) children.
2006-12-03 18:03:02 · answer #2 · answered by Angie P. 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have never heard of a baby having a birth defect from someone who drank heavily prior to becoming pregnant. If that was the case then us off springs from our parents would all have problems, since years ago women smoked and drank throughout the pregnancy because they did not know of the risks.
2006-12-03 17:50:47 · answer #3 · answered by happynay 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's unlikely, since the alcohol is completely removed from your system after a few hours. However, heavy drinking can hinder the functions of certain organs which may be under a heavy workload during pregnancy, such as cirrhosis of the liver. that's not something you want while you're pregnant.
2006-12-03 17:47:07 · answer #4 · answered by jsprplc2006 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It can lead to cirrhosis of the liver in the mother which CAN affect the health of a pregnancy. It can also cause stomach ulcers which WILL act up during pregnancy and cause problems. If the mother has been a heavy drinker during her pregnancy BEFORE she found out she was pregnant there could be problems.
2006-12-03 17:48:15 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, but heavy drinking during the first few weeks of pregnancy (before you know you are pregnant) can be damaging. If you are planning on getting pregnant, stop drinking.
2006-12-03 17:54:36 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
i don't think so, i heavily drank right before i was pregnant then for some reaon didn't want to drink, a month later i found out... and my son is brilliant and thriving, big and strong, possibly the cutest baby ever. mabe it helps? just kidding.
2006-12-03 17:50:57 · answer #7 · answered by janie 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am not sure but that is a gr8 question 4 a doctor and any nurse call your labor and delivery department of your hospitasl and ask any of the RN'S that are on duty.
2006-12-03 18:01:02 · answer #8 · answered by just lil ol' me 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
no because the beers not in your blood stream
2006-12-03 17:54:59 · answer #9 · answered by niah 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
No!
2006-12-03 17:50:55 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋