As all the posts appear each year, I reflect on FASD and the continuing stigma and misunderstanding that not only my daughter faces but women as individuals with FASD, caregivers and biological or maternal moms. There are posts that say women deserve to be recognized every day. Yes they do. But I think having different … Continue reading International Women’s Day and FASD
It’s been over 50 years since alcohol and pregnancy was brought to the public’s attention Day 1: 99 Days to FASDay: First Published Study Linking Prenatal Alcohol Use and Birth Defects (even though the effects of alcohol and pregnancy have been mentioned since biblical times Day 51 of 99 Days to FASDay: History Notes of Alcohol … Continue reading FASD: Stop the Stigma
Continuing with the suggestions to change our language around FASD, Days 23 - 25 of 99 Days to FASDay focus on how to change the conversation when we talk about alcohol, away from the shame and blame. I don't know about you, but I'm 50/50 on having used these terms in the past. I've likely … Continue reading Days 23-25: Talking About Alcohol Use and Stamping Out Stigma
Another kilometre walked to raise awareness of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder. Today I wanted to share information about a campaign to Stamp Out Stigma of birth mothers of children with FASD. This stigma also extends to adoptive/foster parents, caregivers, and those with FASD. In the efforts of all involved in talking about the prevention of … Continue reading Day 3: Kilometre 3: (Stamp Out Stigma) 9 kms in 9 days for Red Shoes Rock. Stop FASD.
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