National Organisation for Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders
An alcohol free pregnancy is the best choice for your baby
What is FASD?
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) is an umbrella term describing the range of effects that can occur in an individual whose mother drank alcohol during pregnancy. These effects may include physical, mental, behavioral, and/or learning disabilities with possible lifelong implications.
9 For November – Water Sports
That’s right, November means the sun is heating up and it’s time to hit the water! Spend a day at the beach, pool or local river to have a go at some of these awesome water activities. • Jet ski • Swimming • Jet packing • Paddle boarding • Wakeboarding • Surfing •...
9 For November – Markets
Enjoy the last weekend of November by browsing through some of these markets operating near you. There's nothing quite like the sights and sounds of a farmers market to lift the spirits as you head home with a bag full of healthy goodies, loaf of bread and a bunch of...
9 For November – Water Sports
That’s right, November means the sun is heating up and it’s time to hit the water! Spend a day at the beach, pool or local river to have a go at some of these awesome water activities. • Jet ski • Swimming • Jet packing • Paddle boarding • Wakeboarding • Surfing •...
9 For November – Markets
Enjoy the last weekend of November by browsing through some of these markets operating near you. There's nothing quite like the sights and sounds of a farmers market to lift the spirits as you head home with a bag full of healthy goodies, loaf of bread and a bunch of...
It’s worth it in the end
Father – Tony
When I heard about what alcohol could do to our bub, it’s bloody scary so my wife and I discussed how I could best support her in an alcohol free pregnancy. Although I didn’t give up alcohol entirely, I switched to only mid-strength beer and 3 alcohol free days per week. It was good to be able to support our pregnancy in a practical way and I felt better for it.
#PregnantTogether
