In this episode, Angela opens up about her recent work and candidly addresses the challenges she's faced in raising awareness about Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD). She reflects on the resistance she has encountered in spreading the message and poses important questions about why this crucial issue isn't receiving the attention needed to drive meaningful change.

Please visit the CanFASD website to learn what Canadians have been up to, and check out the upcoming training dates below. If you would like additional information on any of these events, please reach out to us at infogeddes@gmail.com.

Upcoming Training Sessions:

• Windsor - October 1st
• North Bay - October 9th
• Port Huron - October 17th - Event Details
• Brantford - November 5th
• London Conference - October 22nd & 23rd
• Fanshawe College - Fall Semester

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We all have a role to play in supporting/preventing FASD. It's up to all of us to support healthy pregnancies.

As we mark FASD Awareness Month, we are thrilled to share a project that holds a special place in our hearts. A small group of young adults, collectively, with lived experiences of family disruptions, grief, loss, trauma, FASD, learning disabilities, ADHD, anxiety, domestic violence, and other adverse childhood experiences, came together to form new connections and explore hidden talents. What emerged from this collaboration is nothing short of magical in our humble view. With the incredible support of CCMA award-winning artist Jamie Warren—who also happens to be Angela's husband—we created a powerful and inspirational song, Dusty Road to Home.

Please check out our website for the videos and ways you can help share and spread this important message.

In today's episode of The Power of Kitchen Table Conversations: Making a Difference in Prenatal Health, we'll explore the critical and often overlooked issue of alcohol use during pregnancy.

Despite clear evidence showing that no amount of alcohol is safe, conflicting messages from the media and medical field continue to confuse expectant mothers. We'll share personal stories, like that of my niece, who made the informed decision to go alcohol-free during her pregnancy, inspired by years of family discussions.

This episode highlights the importance of honest, compassionate conversations in preventing prenatal alcohol exposure and ensuring the healthiest start for the next generation.

RESOURCES TO LEARN MORE:

• CanFASD Journal on Developmental Disabilities | Are Rural and Urban Ontario Health Care Professionals Aware of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder? A Secondary Data Analysis of the Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Survey for Health Professionals (PDF)
• Today.com | Mandy Moore compares giving birth to 'acid trip'
• CanFASD | Reporting on Alcohol Use During Pregnancy and Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (PDF)
• CanFASD | Breastfeeding and Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (PDF)
• US News | Drinking Among Pregnant Women Up in U.S.
• CEWH.com | Why do girls and women drink alcohol during pregnancy? (PDF)

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