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… 38e What is fetal alcohol spectrum disorder? Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) is a term … problems affecting people exposed to alcohol during pregnancy. FASD is the leading …
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… known cause of developmental disability in children, and includes lifelong physical, … known cause of developmental disability in children, and includes lifelong physical, …
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… What else can I do to make sure I have a healthy pregnancy? As well as not drinking … there are other steps you can take to be healthy and to protect your developing baby … see your doctor, nurse, or midwife Eat healthy food Reduce or stop your use of …
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… during this time puts your baby at risk of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD). To … during this time puts your baby at risk of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD). To …
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… obvious by age 2 or 3 years. Growth problems. Children who were exposed to alcohol before … they were born may be smaller than other children of the same age. Learning and … obvious by age 2 or 3 years. Growth problems. Children who were exposed to alcohol before …
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… is to avoid alcohol and drugs. During pregnancy, everything you eat, drink, or take … It can cause problems for you during your pregnancy and when it is time for your baby to … Learning problems Heroin or opioids High blood pressure during pregnancy …
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… infant death syndrome ( SIDS) or chronic diseases. Here’s some more information on why … infant death syndrome ( SIDS) or chronic diseases. Here’s some more information on why …
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… to form. By about two weeks, when you miss your first period, the embryo becomes a … amniotic fluid, but you can’t feel it. Your healthcare provider may be able to hear the … The first trimester: A critical time for healthy choices The first three months of …
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… emergency care. Call 9-1-1 or other emergency services now. Sometimes people don't want to … emergency care. Call 9-1-1 or other emergency services now. Sometimes people don't want to … or other treatment. Help set up community services in the home, if needed. Older adults …
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… people is car crashes related to alcohol. Drinking also can lead young people to have … to drink alcohol. They should follow the laws for the legal drinking age where they … effects of alcohol or sober them up before driving, but this is not the case. So they may …
