Nairobi, Sept. 2 -- During pregnancy, women usually endeavour to do everything possible to protect the unborn child from harm.

Those who take alcohol are often concerned about the impact that drinking can have on the unborn child.

On this matter, there are varied opinions. Some think drinking in moderation is okay while others advocate for avoiding it during this period.

A new study published in the American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology sheds more light.

The study found that there is no safe level for alcohol consumption in pregnancy.

The findings of the research, which was conducted by the Vanderbilt University Medical Centre (VUMC) in the United States, showed that drinking alcohol - irrespective of the amount - increases th...