Cross-sectional study explores alcohol use during pregnancy and breastfeeding, highlighting misconceptions among genders.
Key Points
This study aims to investigate the prevalence of alcohol use during pregnancy and its associations with beliefs about its safety and substance use behaviors.
Cross-sectional study using pooled data from the 2018–2020 CAMH Monitor Survey, N=5957.
Descriptive analyses and multivariable logistic regression were used to explore associations.
Focus on beliefs about alcohol use in pregnancy and sociodemographic factors influencing behaviors.
14.7% of women reported drinking alcohol during their most recent pregnancy.
17.8% consumed alcohol while breastfeeding.
Men were more likely than women to hold misconceptions about alcohol safety during pregnancy.