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… to not drink alcohol at all. Drinking alcohol during pregnancy puts your baby at risk of Fetal … also known as FASD. FASD is an umbrella term used to describe the range of disabilities …
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… you can do when you're pregnant is to avoid alcohol and drugs. During pregnancy, everything you eat, drink, or take … alcohol or drugs while you're pregnant can cause serious problems. It can cause problems …
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… chemicals that make people feel good. At first, these substances may make a person feel … unprotected sex. This raises the chance of pregnancy and infection with sexually … It can also cause some cancers. If used during pregnancy, alcohol can harm a …
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… a lifelong disability that affects a range of health and behavioural problems in individuals … include problems with motor skills, physical health, learning, memory, attention, … areas. For more information on FASD, see HealthLinkBC File #38e Fetal alcohol spectrum …
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… confused, weak, or light-headed when you first wake up or come to. But unless something … person's alcohol or drug use, learn what steps to take to help yourself or someone … would accept help. Don't give up after the first "no." Keep asking. If the person agrees, …
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… Overview Changes are the hallmarks of pregnancy. You may have questions about what … your pregnancy. To calculate your due date, use our Interactive tool: What is your due … and emotional health during pregnancy . Alcohol and other drug use during pregnancy …
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… . Stress can trigger a relapse. Stress-relief exercises can help. Get enough sleep . Sleep … . Stress can trigger a relapse. Stress-relief exercises can help. Get enough sleep . Sleep …
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… medicines. Non-prescription diet aids. Other substances Other substances that may cause sleep problems include: Alcohol. At first, drinking alcohol may cause … especially in younger age groups. Illegal drugs such as cocaine, amphetamines, and …
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… . Related information Alcohol and drug use Parenting and substance use Substance use …
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… (FASD) is a term used to describe a range of health and behavioural problems affecting … factors: The birthing parent’s overall health and well-being Alcohol drinking … on pregnancy and alcohol use, visit HealthLinkBC File #38d Pregnancy and alcohol …