I had one glass of wine on our anniversary (I was about 25 weeks).  I didn't really enjoy it  (I craved water like crazy during pregnancy), so I didn't do it again.  If I had enjoyed it, I probably would have had another at some point.

IMO the no alcohol thing stems more from Dr. being afraid of being sued, rather than real research.  My own MW sometimes recommends a glass during early labor to help the Mom relax and rest up.  

Yes, I drank / drink while pregnant.  With Colin, before I found out I was pregnant, we were at an all inclusive resort in Mexico for our anniversary.  I didn't have much because for some reason (lol) I kept getting heartburn while drinking.  Once I found out I was pregnant (the day we got home), I didn't drink the rest of 1st tri and then only had a glass here and there for special occasions.... birthday, Thanksgiving, etc.  

With this pregnancy, I did not drink during 1st tri and have had 2 or 3 glasses of wine... again, for special occasions only. 

I did.  After 1st Tri.  Not a ton, but I'd share a beer or glass of wine with DH if we were out to dinner or whatever on occasion. 

Andrewsgal - I'd love to see the citation for that study.  I haven't heard about it and would like to read it before I get pregnant again:)

My OB actually said a couple glasses of beer/wine on occasion, after the     1st tri. was ok.

But, I didn't drink at all during my pregnancy.  I kept saying, I was going to save it for a special occasion, but I just had no desire.  I was kinda anal about things during my pregnancy.  I guess it probably stemed from the m/c I had prior to getting pg w/DS.

I don't get not being able to give it up. I also don't get it when people say "Oh my doctor said a glass here or there is fine". The official stance of the American Association of OB is that no amount is safe during pregnancy. Why does your OB know more than them??? If my doctor gave me information that went against an official statement from a group that represents doctors I'd find a different doctor- or at the very least ignore their advice.

And any long term percocet use during pregnancy is just selfish and stupid. My MIL is a NICU nurse and has told me horror stories of babies coming off of a Percocet withdrawal.

ABMcKinney:

I don't get not being able to give it up. I also don't get it when people say "Oh my doctor said a glass here or there is fine". The official stance of the American Association of OB is that no amount is safe during pregnancy. Why does your OB know more than them??? If my doctor gave me information that went against an official statement from a group that represents doctors I'd find a different doctor- or at the very least ignore their advice.

And any long term percocet use during pregnancy is just selfish and stupid. My MIL is a NICU nurse and has told me horror stories of babies coming off of a Percocet withdrawal.

I could not agree more, I just don't understand not giving it up for nine months, I don't see how it can be that hard.

I am looking for the study it is was sent to me in  MOD email so I am looking for the link

no i didn't.

they don't know what amount is safe. i don't care what anyone else does, but if my child had any problems, i'd blame myself forever for it.

6fsn:

ABM- I had an open appendectomy at 25 weeks.  Try not to take a percocet after that.

I said prolonged use :) I'm sure that you would HAVE to take something for the pain after an appendectomy! My aunt had one at 24-25 weeks as well when she was pregnant- they told her if had been any earlier or any later she would probably have lost the baby. I'm glad everything turned out okay for you!

Andrewsgal:

Actually a new study was just released that said that even minimal amounts of acohol can cause small delays in a baby. I just don't see why it is worth the risk. I mean we can all go 9 monhs without a drink right?

What new study? There's always going to be a "study" coming out that supports any argument you put out there.

I had a glass of wine on occasion while pregnant, and my child is fine. In fact she is using phrases, if not sentences now. Hardly what I would call a delay.

ETA: If I was not having a normal complication-free pregnancy, I would have not had a drop. I would have also given up caffeine.

femmeftle9:

Andrewsgal:

Actually a new study was just released that said that even minimal amounts of acohol can cause small delays in a baby. I just don't see why it is worth the risk. I mean we can all go 9 monhs without a drink right?

What new study? There's always going to be a "study" coming out that supports any argument you put out there.

I had a glass of wine on occasion while pregnant, and my child is fine. In fact she is using phrases, if not sentences now. Hardly what I would call a delay.

ETA: If I was not having a normal complication-free pregnancy, I would have not had a drop. I would have also given up caffeine.

Cripes, maybe DD's lack of speech is due to my non-drinking!!! Someone call the pregnancy police!@!! lol

Andrewsgal:

Actually a new study was just released that said that even minimal amounts of acohol can cause small delays in a baby. I just don't see why it is worth the risk. I mean we can all go 9 monhs without a drink right?

This... I  have taught Kids with Fetal Alcohol Syndrome and would not be able to live with myself if I caused this or any other delay because of something as silly as a glass of wine.

That being said its your body, your pregnancy...  

femmeftle9:

Andrewsgal:

Actually a new study was just released that said that even minimal amounts of acohol can cause small delays in a baby. I just don't see why it is worth the risk. I mean we can all go 9 monhs without a drink right?

What new study? There's always going to be a "study" coming out that supports any argument you put out there.

I had a glass of wine on occasion while pregnant, and my child is fine. In fact she is using phrases, if not sentences now. Hardly what I would call a delay.

ETA: If I was not having a normal complication-free pregnancy, I would have not had a drop. I would have also given up caffeine.

Can you show me any study that supports a pregnant woman consuming alcohol????

618mom22boys:

Dont forget to heat up the lunch meat, oh and no fish also!  A glass here and there is fine!

I just want to add I am not a drinker so I didnt not drink with any of my pregnancies.  But I dont see nothing wrong with say one drink at Christmas or for something special.