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Official guidelines on alcohol consumption are usually produced by a government department, public health body, medical association or non-governmental Alcohol should be avoided during pregnancy Since alcohol is secreted into the . WebMD discusses the myths and facts about drinking alcohol in pregnancy. "The problem with drinking alcohol during your pregnancy is that there is no amount that has been proven to be safe The report, "Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders," in the November 2015 issue of Pediatrics (published online Oct. 19) stresses that no amount of alcohol should be considered safe to drink during any trimester of pregnancy. Alcohol use disorders (AUD) during pregnancy are less prevalent than in non-pregnant women, but they can create a host of clinical challenges when encountered. Unfortunately, there is little research information available to guide clinical decision-making in this population. Alcohol Guidelines Review Summary of the proposed new guidelines • A guideline on pregnancy and drinking. On regular drinking Most women either do not drink alcohol (19%) or stop drinking during pregnancy (40%). Alcohol in breastmilk can affect the baby's brain and spinal cord development. Dispelling myths about pregnancy and alcohol. There is no safe amount to drink during pregnancy. Having one or two drinks on a special occasion has not been found to be safe for developing babies. There is no safe time to drink during pregnancy. 1.3.1 Working during pregnancy. 1.3.1.1 Pregnant women should be informed of their maternity rights and benefits. 1.3.1.2 The majority of women can be reassured that it is safe to continue working during pregnancy. Further information about possible occupational hazards during pregnancy is available fro