Keep your oversized birds and your baby food side dishes. Sit me down with a hot, hunking piece of apple pie a la mode and I'm set for the winter. (click here for full res) Here's a look at the top nine pie types Americans are eating this Thanksgiving: Apple - 20%; Strawberry - 19%; Pumpkin - 16%; Cherry - 13%; Blueberry - 9%; Pecan - 8%; Lemon Meringue - 8%
If you are falling under any of the below groups, you should avoid eating grapes during pregnancy as it can lead to severe complications. Also, eat only in their fruiting season as non-season grapes are grown using pesticides and chemicals. Go for organic varieties whenever possible.
The safest bet is to avoid alcohol entirely. Consider the risks. Mothers who drink alcohol have a higher risk of miscarriage and stillbirth. Too much alcohol during pregnancy can result in fetal alcohol syndrome, which can cause facial deformities, heart defects and mental retardation. Even moderate drinking can impact your baby's brain development.