Alcohol is all around us, at social functions, weddings, barbeques and so many other places. But, for a mother-to-be it is very important to avoid consuming alcohol during pregnancy, because alcohol has been associated with a range of birth defects.
What birth defects are caused by alcohol?
Birth defects caused by alcohol, termed Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD), include facial abnormalities, growth deficiencies, intellectual disabilities, and behavioral problems. Prenatal alcohol exposure is one of the leading preventable causes of birth defects and neurodevelopmental disorders in the United States.
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