Because of this, when you drink coffee or other caffeinated beverages, your baby will be on the receiving end of it.
Researchers at the University of Pelotas looked at the children of nearly women who consumed caffeine in pregnancy. They also looked at women who consumed both caffeine and breastfed and found similar results. Another study reported that poor sleep patterns and fussiness was prevalent in babies whose mothers drank about 10 or more cups of coffee daily while breastfeeding.
Those who drank more than ml of coffee daily may have less iron in their breastmilk. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists also maintain s the recommendation that moderate caffeine consumption does not appear to be a major contributing factor in miscarriage or preterm birth. Learn more about vaccine availability. Advertising Policy. You have successfully subscribed to our newsletter.
But beyond that, research on the effects has been inconclusive, which is why experts recommend sticking to milligrams or less.
And whereas you once would have been able to down three cups of coffee a day without issue, you may now find that even one small cup worsens your heartburn or gives you the shakes or jitters. Some women also find the taste changes during pregnancy. If you already suffer from low iron levels, you may want to cut caffeine out entirely while pregnant. Talk to your doctor if you're concerned. In general, moderate amounts of caffeine have been shown to improve energy and alertness, and it can also perk you up after a night spent tossing and turning.
The bottom line? Tea tends to have less caffeine than brewed coffee which tends to have more caffeine than a latte or other specialty coffee drinks. The chart below will give you a better idea of how much caffeine is in different drinks:. While one 8-ounce cup of coffee will put you at close to the mg limit, an 8-ounce cup of black tea only has 50 mg, meaning you can enjoy two without going over the recommended amount.
Since it's always best to err on the side of caution when you're expecting, consider cutting back caffeine to one or two small cups a day at most. If even that sounds daunting, here are some ways to make the process a little easier:. What to Expect follows strict reporting guidelines and uses only credible sources, such as peer-reviewed studies, academic research institutions and highly respected health organizations.
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This educational content is not medical or diagnostic advice. This is important because many pregnant women are already low on iron. If you have coffee or tea, drink it between meals so it'll have less of an effect on your iron absorption. Wondering when you can get back to enjoying your regular caffeine habit?
It depends. Some caffeine can cross to your baby in breast milk, which is why it's also a good idea to limit caffeine if you're breastfeeding , especially for the first few months. Caffeine is in a lot more things than just coffee, and the amount of caffeine varies widely among products, and even among brands. Pay attention to the kinds of foods and drinks you're having throughout the day and how much of them so you can be aware of how much caffeine you're really consuming.
To manage your caffeine intake, you'll need to be aware of all sources, like tea, soft drinks, energy drinks, chocolate, and coffee ice cream. Caffeine also shows up in herbal products and over-the-counter medications , including some headache, cold, and allergy remedies.
Read labels carefully. The amount of caffeine in a serving of coffee varies widely, depending on the type of bean, how it's roasted, how it's brewed — and, obviously, on the size of the cup. Although espresso contains more caffeine per ounce, it's served in a tiny cup. So a full cup of brewed coffee will actually deliver more caffeine. While there are good reasons to cut back on caffeine during pregnancy, it's not always easy.
Your desire for a morning cup of joe might evaporate during the first trimester when morning sickness strikes, only to return full-strength later in pregnancy. Or, you may always have a hankering for your usual caffeinated pick-me-ups. Consider some of these tips to help you have a low-caffeine pregnancy:. Although herbal teas often have no caffeine, check with your healthcare provider before drinking them.
A cup of peppermint or ginger tea is fine, but some herbal teas aren't safe for pregnancy. BabyCenter's editorial team is committed to providing the most helpful and trustworthy pregnancy and parenting information in the world. When creating and updating content, we rely on credible sources: respected health organizations, professional groups of doctors and other experts, and published studies in peer-reviewed journals. We believe you should always know the source of the information you're seeing.
Learn more about our editorial and medical review policies. Committee Opinion. Moderate Caffeine Consumption During Pregnancy. American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. Center for Science in the Public Interest. Caffeine Chart. Hoyt, AT et al.
Maternal caffeine consumption and small for gestational age births: Results from a population-based case-control study. Maternal and Child Health Journal Aug;18 6 James, JE.
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