What food and drink to avoid

• Do not eat swordfish, shark or fresh tuna in order to avoid exposure to mercury. Go light on canned tuna.
• Avoid all fresh-water fish, as they are more likely to be contaminated with pesticides and carcinogens like dioxin or PCBs.
• Avoid caffeine. Although studies don't confirm it, caffeine may cause birth defects, particularly when consumed to excess.
• Alcohol: avoid it when pregnant! A glass of wine once a week is acceptable but the conventional wisdom is to avoid alcohol altogether