is it safe to drink during pregnancy? non-alcoholic options

is it safe to drink during pregnancy? non-alcoholic options worth knowing

the medical consensus is clear: no amount of alcohol is considered safe during pregnancy. the WHO, the NHS, and medical authorities across Europe and North America all recommend complete abstinence from alcohol while pregnant. (source: WHO)

but that doesn't mean you're limited to water and juice for nine months.

a growing number of non-alcoholic drinks are designed specifically to offer complexity, flavour, and ritual without any alcohol at all. and many of them are safe for pregnancy.

what does "non-alcoholic" actually mean?

in the EU, "alcohol-free" generally means less than 0.05% ABV. "non-alcoholic" can mean up to 0.5% ABV depending on the country and category.

this matters during pregnancy. some "non-alcoholic" beers and wines contain trace amounts of alcohol (up to 0.5% ABV) from the dealcoholisation process.

mysa was never brewed or fermented. it's a botanical, sparkling drink made from natural ingredients. no alcohol is added, and none is removed. this makes it an alcohol-free option.

what about ingredients?

when choosing a non-alcoholic drink during pregnancy, check for:

allergens. mysa contains no allergens. it's vegan and gluten-free.

artificial sweeteners. in May 2023, the WHO recommended against using non-sugar sweeteners for weight control, citing potential health risks including increased risk of type 2 diabetes. (source: WHO Guideline, May 2023) that same year, the WHO classified aspartame as "possibly carcinogenic." (source: WHO/IARC, July 2023)

mysa uses no artificial sweeteners. its 55 calories per can come entirely from real fruit juice: pomegranate, orange, lime, and grape.

caffeine. mysa contains no caffeine.

sugar content. mysa is low calorie, not zero. the sweetness comes from fruit, not from added sugar or syrups.

why the ritual still matters

pregnancy changes a lot of things. but it doesn't have to erase the moments you enjoy.

the aperitif before dinner. the toast at a celebration. the drink you pour at the end of a long day.

these rituals are about presence, not about alcohol. and having something in your hand that tastes complex, looks beautiful, and feels intentional makes all the difference.

as one of our customers told us: "I brought mysa to every dinner during my pregnancy. people stopped asking why I wasn't drinking and started asking for one."

what the research says about alcohol and pregnancy

a 2018 study in The Lancet, covering 195 countries, concluded that "the safest level of drinking is none." (source: The Lancet, Vol 392, 2018)

for pregnancy specifically, even low levels of alcohol consumption have been associated with increased risk of miscarriage, preterm birth, and fetal alcohol spectrum disorders. there is no established safe threshold.

this is exactly why genuinely 0% options matter. not 0.5%. not "trace amounts."

frequently asked questions

can I drink mysa during pregnancy?
yes. mysa contains no alcohol, no allergens, no artificial sweeteners, and no caffeine. it is safe to consume during pregnancy.

is non-alcoholic beer safe during pregnancy?
it depends on the ABV. some "non-alcoholic" beers contain up to 0.5% alcohol. check labels carefully. for complete safety, choose drinks labelled non-alc.

what non-alcoholic drinks are safe during pregnancy?
drinks with non-alc, no artificial sweeteners, and no caffeine are the safest options. mysa meets all three criteria. always check labels for allergens and ingredients.

how many calories are in mysa?
55 calories per 250ml can. all from natural fruit juice. no added sugar.