Alcohol Effects on a Fetus

Frequently Asked Questions

Learning about alcohol effects on a fetus:	What are the effects of alcohol on a developing baby? What are the symptoms? How much alcohol is safe to drink during pregnancy?
Being diagnosed:	How do doctors detect the effects of alcohol on a child?
Getting treatment:	What is the treatment for a child born with alcohol effects?
Living with a child who has alcohol effects:	What can I do at home to help my child live with alcohol effects?

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Author:	Debby Golonka, MPH Ralph Poore	Last Updated: May 5, 2009
Medical Review:	Michael J. Sexton, MD - Pediatrics William Gilbert, MD - Perinatology Donald Sproule, MD, CM, CCFP, FCFP - Family Medicine
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