Fetal Alcohol syndrome is the worst of all this. It is a syndrome of physical anomalies and retardation. Compounding the problem of pregnancy and alcoholism are the other difficulties the woman is likely to have. Tobacco use and domestic violence and sometimes other substances abuse are more common in pregnant alcoholics. So these woman have more than alcohol problems to deal with.
Pregnancy is one of the strongest motivators to kick a habit.
There are special treatment programs for women. These programs will do a better job of dealing with women's side issue of abuse, like pregnancy, domestic violence, and all the underlying emotional issues. Alcoholics Anonymous is free, chapters are widespread, and they also have chapters that are for women only. A doctor should always be involved. Sudden withdrawal from alcohol can also be dangerous for the pregnant woman and her fetus.