Benefits of drinking coffee while pregnant

A cuppa, java, a cup of joe, your daily dose of magic … whatever you call coffee, if you’re someone who relies on at least a cup of coffee or two to power you through the day, you may be dreading the thought of giving it (or any other caffeine) up now that you’re pregnant.

Here's more on whether any caffeine or coffee is safe during pregnancy, and if so how much.

Can pregnant women drink coffee?

You don't have to completely kick your caffeine habit once you're expecting a baby.

It's true that in the past, pregnant women were advised to avoid coffee and other forms of caffeine entirely, but experts now believe that low to moderate amounts are okay, as long as you take a few precautions.

How much caffeine is safe during pregnancy?

Current guidelines from the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) and other experts say that it's safe for pregnant women to consume up to 200 milligrams (mg) of caffeine a day (the equivalent of one 12-ounce cup of coffee).

More than that may slightly increase the r

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