Did you know that if you drink alcohol when you are pregnant, you can harm your unborn baby?

Researchers don't know how much alcohol is safe to drink when pregnant. They do know that the risk of damage to your unborn baby increases the more you drink and that binge drinking is especially harmful. No alcohol is the best and safest choice.

Alcohol and pregnancy posters (PDF,1.2MB)

Alcohol and pregnancy leaflet (PDF,1.2MB)

If you drink heavily during pregnancy, a particular group of problems could develop, known as Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS). Children with FAS have restricted growth, distinctive facial features, and lifelong learning and behaviour problems. Regularly drinking in pregnancy and binge drinking can still lead to Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD). Although FASD babies can look healthy, their brains are permanently damaged.

If you're concerned, or just want to find out more about alcohol and pregnancy, talk to your midwife or doctor.