The pregnancy preparation stage is the preparation work done by the couple to welcome the arrival of the baby, and male pregnancy preparation is equally important. However, if a man who is trying to conceive drinks alcohol during the process, will it affect the pregnant woman and the fetus? The answer will be given below from three aspects.
First of all, drinking alcohol by men during the pregnancy preparation period will have a certain impact on sperm quality. Excessive drinking will increase the alcohol content in the body, thereby causing damage to the shape, quantity and vitality of sperm. Research shows that excessive drinking can lead to abnormal sperm morphology, thereby reducing fertilization ability. In addition, alcohol can also affect the vitality of sperm, making it difficult for them to swim quickly to the egg, thereby reducing the chance of pregnancy.
Secondly, drinking by men during the pregnancy preparation period may affect the female reproductive system. Alcohol enters a woman\’s body through the blood circulation and may have a negative impact on a woman\’s ovaries and uterus. Alcohol interferes with a woman\’s estrogen levels, which interferes with the normal function of her ovaries, which in turn affects the quality and quantity of her eggs. In addition, alcohol may also affect the health of the endometrium, leading to problems such as difficulty in implantation and habitual miscarriage.
Finally, drinking alcohol by men during the pregnancy preparation period may also cause potential harm to the development of the fetus. Studies have found that father\’s drinking increases the risk of birth defects, such as cleft lip and palate, heart malformations, etc. Alcohol will be passed to the fertilized egg through sperm, thereby affecting the fetus\’s genes and embryonic development. In addition, father\’s drinking may also affect the fetal nervous system development and increase the risk of children suffering from attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and other diseases.
To sum up, drinking by men during pregnancy preparation may have certain negative effects on both pregnant women and fetuses. Therefore, couples preparing for pregnancy should try to avoid drinking alcohol, especially excessive drinking. In order to ensure the health of pregnant women and fetuses, men can choose to quit drinking or limit alcohol intake, and participate in a healthy lifestyle with their wives, including a balanced diet, moderate exercise and maintaining a good mental state. At the same time, it is also very important to seek medical treatment promptly and accept the guidance and examination of professional doctors. Let us work together to stay healthy during the pregnancy journey and make the best preparations for the arrival of the baby!
