Barista Refuses to Serve Pregnant Woman Coffee: A Case of Overstepping Boundaries

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In a rather baffling encounter, a pregnant woman was denied her beloved cup of coffee by an overly concerned barista. While pregnancy entails numerous sacrifices, one thing that many women aren’t willing to part with is their morning caffeine fix. This was the sentiment expressed by Australian writer, Julia Thompson, who recently shared her frustrating experience while trying to grab a coffee after fasting for medical tests.

In her essay for the Sydney Morning Herald, Julia recounted how, despite her craving for a warm cup of coffee, the male barista took one glance at her 27-week baby bump and promptly refused to serve her. She wrote, “I had been dreaming of that coffee for hours. Then, the barista looked at my belly and shook his head. ‘No caffeine for you,’ he said, pointing at my bump. I was shocked! It was just coffee, not a cocktail.”

Instead of allowing her a regular cup of coffee, the barista suggested decaf or a flat white, which is mostly steamed milk with a hint of espresso—a far cry from the rich brew she desired. Julia admitted that she felt too guilty to push back and ended up settling for a weak milk concoction that barely resembled coffee. “I watched as he poured a minuscule amount of coffee into a huge cup,” she lamented. “It felt more like a babycino than a proper coffee.”

After sharing her story with friends, Julia learned she wasn’t alone; many women had similar experiences of being denied various treats during their pregnancies, from yogurt to cheese.

For the record, most medical professionals agree that moderate caffeine intake is generally safe during pregnancy. My own doctor reassured me that enjoying a cup of coffee is perfectly fine, as long as it doesn’t turn into a daily pot. Even the American Pregnancy Association supports moderate caffeine consumption of up to 300 mg—about two cups of coffee—without any adverse effects on the baby. So why the overreach?

This incident highlights a frustrating reality of pregnancy: the overwhelming tendency for others to feel entitled to weigh in on a woman’s choices. Friends, family, and even strangers suddenly think they have a say in what a pregnant woman should or shouldn’t do, despite the fact that she has already consulted her healthcare team. The barista, in this case, had no right to dictate Julia’s drink order based solely on her appearance. When a pregnant woman orders a coffee, the only question she should face is whether she wants cream or sugar.

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In summary, it’s crucial to respect pregnant women’s choices and allow them the freedom to make their own decisions, especially when it comes to something as simple as coffee. After all, they know what’s best for themselves and their babies.