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Caffeine: Studies have shown that if consumed in excess during pregnancy, caffeine can have adverse effects on the mother and baby. However, moderate amounts of caffeine during pregnancy has not been shown to be harmful during pregnancy. That being said, the current caffeine recommendation during pregnancy is <200 mg of caffeine daily. This equates to about 12oz of coffee, although every brew is different. An 8-ounce cup of coffee has anywhere between 70-140mg of caffeine. Ma

Since pregnancy is so important for the growth of an infant, pregnant women are considered at high risk when it comes to food-borne illnesses. For this reason, there are a few foods to avoid during pregnancy. Just as a precursor, we want to explain that we avoid some foods because they could potentially not only hurt you but your baby. Foods like alcohol and caffeine can cross into the placenta and negatively impact growth and development. Although you may believe that some

Congratulations! You finally have your little one in your arms after 40 or so long weeks! You also get to celebrate holidays with family without having to watch the little things like caffeine and mercury... But what about alcohol? For some, Christmas isn't complete without a glass of eggnog and don't even think about New Year's Eve without Champagne! You already went a year without an 'adult beverage' and you can't wait to let loose, but you're breastfeeding and don't know h

Since pregnancy is so important for the growth of an infant, pregnant women are considered at high risk when it comes to food-borne illnesses. Therefore, there are indeed a few foods to avoid during pregnancy. What foods should be avoided? Similar to any other time, raw foods should be avoided. This is especially important for a pregnant woman because they are more susceptible to food contamination. Raw meats should definitely be avoided due to bacterial risks and salmonella.

Caffeine: Studies have shown that if consumed in excess during pregnancy, caffeine can have adverse effects on the mother and baby. However, moderate amounts of caffeine during pregnancy has not shown to be harmful during pregnancy. That being said, the current caffeine recommendation during pregnancy is <200 mg of caffeine daily. This equates to about 12oz of coffee. Reminder: Caffeine is not only found in coffee, but some sodas, teas, as well as chocolate. Even some headach