31 Of The Most Bizarre Trends Of The 50s And 60s

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Drinking while pregnant

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As with smoking, expectant moms back in the day were unaware of the health hazards that drinking alcoholic beverages posed to the fetus developing inside them. Drinking alcohol in the first trimester of pregnancy can result in facial abnormalities in the fetus. Alcohol consumption any time throughout the pregnancy can also lead to problems with fetal growth and central nervous system issues. But, back then, alcohol was regularly consumed not only at social events, but also almost with every meal—even during the baby-bearing months.

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