Pregnancy information:
Knowledge for expectant parents

You've just learned you're expecting, and suddenly every food choice, every drink, every decision carries new weight. The question of alcohol during pregnancy comes up early—sometimes from well-meaning friends who insist a glass of wine is harmless, sometimes from your own uncertainty about those first weeks before you knew. The truth is simpler and more absolute than most casual advice suggests. No amount of alcohol is proven safe during pregnancy. This isn't about judgment—it's about biology. When you drink, your baby drinks too, and their developing brain and organs cannot process alcohol the way your adult body can. What follows is what every expectant parent needs to know about alcohol, fetal development, and protecting your child's future health from day one.

You're holding your morning coffee, and suddenly you're wondering if that familiar ritual is putting your baby at risk. The conflicting advice online leaves you paralyzed between your routine and your instincts. Some sources say one cup is fine, others warn against any caffeine at all, and you're left guessing what's actually safe.

When the first trimester is over and the fear of miscarriage subsides, many expectant mothers fear premature birth. It is also feared by gynaecologists, as it is still a very present problem in modern obstetrics. Learn what the most common causes of premature birth are and how to prevent them.