Drinking one or two glasses of wine a week during pregnancy can have an impact on your child's IQ. Researchers from Oxford and Bristol universities found "moderate" alcohol intake of one to six units a week during pregnancy affected IQ. Though the effect was small the experts say mothers should avoid alcohol in pregnancy.
The Star (Nairobi)
Kenya: Drinking Wine During Pregnancy Harmful to Your Child - Study
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