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Alcohol and Pregnancy

We all know that women should abstain from alcohol during pregnancy, but what about before? The answer is absolutely! In fact, potential fathers should restrict their alcohol intake too! A recent study found women were three times more likely to have a miscarriage if they drank 10 or more alcoholic drinks during the week of conception. When men drank that much alcohol their partner's risk of miscarriage increased by five times! Experts believe the alcohol makes it's way into the semen and may affect conception. It can also cause chromosomal abnormalities in sperm cells. Why take the risk! If you're hoping to have a baby act like you are pregnant, don't drink alcohol, eat properly and exercise!