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Mulled Wine
Mulled wine is heated and spiced, but heating does not eliminate the alcohol — it reduces it only slightly. A cup of mulled wine counts as roughly one standard drink. The same breastfeeding guidelines apply: wait at least 2 hours after finishing a glass before nursing.
One glass; wait at least 2 hours before nursing
A common misconception is that heating wine 'cooks off' the alcohol. In reality, simmering wine for 15 minutes removes only about 60% of the alcohol — a significant amount remains. Mulled wine typically retains 7–10% ABV depending on preparation. Treat it as a standard alcoholic drink.
Always confirm with your doctor or lactation consultant before making dietary changes while breastfeeding.
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