Caffeine drinks and alcohol

Caffeine is a stimulant, which in large quantities can be harmful to your baby. Caffeine containing drinks are tea, coffee, cocoa and cola drinks. Tea also contains tannin which reduces absorption of iron. Iron is vitally important for baby’s brain development and learning. Herbal teas are not recommended as not enough is known about their safety although their tannin content is lower. Alcohol is a poison and should never be given to babies.