Alcohol Effects on a Fetus

Frequently Asked Questions

Learning about alcohol effects on a fetus:	What are the effects of alcohol on an unborn baby? What are the symptoms? How much alcohol is safe to drink during pregnancy?
Being diagnosed:	How are effects of alcohol on a child detected?
Getting treatment:	What is the treatment for a child with alcohol effects?
Living with a child who has alcohol effects:	What can I do at home to help my child live with alcohol effects?

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Author:	Debby Golonka, MPH	Last Updated: April 2, 2007
Medical Review:	Michael J. Sexton, MD - Pediatrics Ernest L. Abel, PhD - Reproductive Toxicology
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