Heavy drinking for a long period of time will increase the risk for miscarriage but most likely will the fetus get Fetal Alcohol Syndrome.
Fetal alcohol syndrome. This includes decreased development of the fetus, intra-uterine growth retardation, mental retardation.
From conception to birth.
No. The fetus is very well protected in there
In the uterus, the placenta and cord attaches from the mother to the fetus, delivering all nutrients directly from the mother's blood stream to the fetus. If the mother is on drugs or drinks alcohol, that also passes from the mother's blood stream to her fetus.
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Alcohol consumption anytime in a pregnancy is dangerous to the fetus
yes!
Yes it barfs
Through the blood system
You should never drink any amount of alcohol during pregnancy. There is research showing that very small amounts can have an effect on a fetus and cause birth defects. Drinking any amount of alcohol can cause FAS (fetal alcohol syndrome).
the alcohol and cigarette smoke gets to the fetus through the mother and her blood which can affect the baby in many ways.