Maine DHHS Fetal Alcohol Syndrome PSA - Plan Ahead
Channel: videocreations
Date: 2017-05-05

If you are pregnant or thinking about getting pregnant here are a few frequently asked questions about the effects of alcohol and drugs on pregnancy.  What are the risks to a child when exposed to drugs or alcohol during pregnancy?  Babies are at risk for physical, intellectual and behavioral problems, as well as brain damage and other lifelong effects.  Are prescription and over-the-counter medicines safe during pregnancy?  Some prescription and over-the-counter medicines are not safe to use during pregnancy or while breast-feeding.  Talk with your doctor about any medicine you take before you get pregnant or if you become pregnant.  A pregnant woman is not the only one who's expecting.  What can dads do to help moms have a healthy pregnancy?  Help her stay away from alcohol by avoiding it as well.  If she has an alcohol problem and can't stop on her own, go with her to get help. Street drugs can hurt your baby.  If you use illegal drugs, stop now for your baby’s sake. If you smoke now is the best time to stop.  Secondhand smoke is not good for mom or baby during pregnancy and after.  Moms and babies deserve to be healthy.  Give your baby a healthy start in life.  You are not alone; help is available. For more information call 211 or visit Maine.gov/FAS