International Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) Awareness Day is coming up on September 9th. This special day is a reminder to avoid alcohol if you’re pregnant. Many people know you shouldn’t ...

Given the health and welfare of both the mother and the unborn child, there are many dos and don’ts during every pregnancy, but the need for this specific drug presents a challenge. The topic of ...

Little to no attention has been given to the father's potential contribution to fetal alcohol syndrome disorders. Katleho Seisa/E+ via Getty Images Men drink more, are more likely to binge drink and ...

Most Americans know that it's important for someone to take care of their health before getting pregnant and during pregnancy to increase their chance of having a healthy baby. Many people know, for ...

Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD), a leading cause of neurodevelopmental disorders, may affect as many as 1 in 20 ...

Nineteen women (19% of those approached) were interviewed. An additional two women mailed back signed consent forms, but were unable to be contacted for interviews after multiple attempts. None of the ...

In the evolving landscape of maternal health research, a new study from Texas A&M University provides critical insight into ...

Thousands of pregnant women continue to take alcohol while pregnant despite unwavering advice to the contrary. This begs the question, is it safe for pregnant women to drink alcohol during pregnancy?

A Texas A&M study shows alcohol during pregnancy damages brain cells vital for learning and self-control, raising addiction risk.

Background: Consensus is that fetal exposure to alcohol is harmful. Abstinence while trying to conceive and throughout pregnancy is recommended. Despite this, there are many women who consume alcohol ...