Compassionate Support and Informed Resources
If you used alcohol during your pregnancy and you’re feeling worried about the effects, know that you’re not alone. At Proof Alliance, we offer a compassionate space where you can find understanding and support. It’s important to remember that there are resources available to help you navigate your feelings and your child’s needs. We are here to provide you with information and connect you to compassionate support and informed resources.
You are not alone.
Prenatal alcohol exposure can occur for various reasons. Some individuals may not realize they are pregnant or may lack clear information about the risks of alcohol use during pregnancy. Others may have an alcohol use disorder that makes it difficult to stay alcohol-free. By promoting understanding and compassion, we can better support families facing these challenges.
Understanding Your Concerns
If you drank alcohol during your pregnancy, you might be worried about how it could have affected your young child. It’s important to know that any amount of drinking at any stage of pregnancy can potentially cause harm. Recognizing the signs and symptoms of fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD) is crucial, as early intervention can make a big difference in supporting your child’s development.
Steps to Take Now
If you’re worried that drinking alcohol during pregnancy might have affected your child, you may want to take some important steps. Here’s how you can start:
Talk to a Doctor
Reach out to your child’s doctor or a trusted health care provider. Share your concerns, and make note of any prenatal alcohol exposure that occurred. Your doctor can help you understand the risks and advise you on what to look for in your child’s development.
Assess Your Child’s Needs
Think about how your child is developing, learning and connecting with others. Write down any concerns you have so you can share them with your child’s doctor. Use the Proof Alliance Is it an FASD? Checklist to help you in assessing your next steps.
Consider an Evaluation
Learn about evaluation services for FASD. Find out early if your child could benefit from additional support to ensure they have the best outcomes possible.
Prenatal alcohol exposure, even in small amounts, can impact a child’s long-term development. Taking these proactive steps can help you learn more about your child’s needs and get them in touch with the support they might need. Remember, you’re not alone. There are many people and resources ready to help you on this journey.
Why Do People Drink Alcohol During Pregnancy?
By promoting understanding and compassion, we can better support families affected by prenatal alcohol exposure and fetal alcohol spectrum disorders, or FASD.
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Helping You Stay Alcohol-Free During Pregnancy
We understand that it's not always easy, and we're here to offer resources, support and guidance for those facing difficulties with alcohol use during pregnancy.
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What is FASD?
FASD is a group of conditions caused by prenatal alcohol exposure. People with FASD may experience various challenges. They also have many unique strengths and talents.
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Think it might be an FASD?
Do you think it might be an FASD? Let’s find out. FASD is often misdiagnosed because many of the characteristics look the same as other mental health disorders.
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