What are the risks of drinking alcohol while pregnant? Alcohol use during pregnancy increases the risk of miscarriage, stillbirth, preterm birth, SIDS, and fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASDs). FASDs can cause lifelong behavioral, intellectual, and physical disabilities. The

The good news...FASDs are preventable! Normalizing conversations about alcohol use at all stages of life and eliminating stigma can help prevent FASDs! #FASDNPN

Alcohol use during pregnancy is associated with many risks. Education, conversation, and reducing stigma are essential in order to help patients get the correct information. Check out our website for resources on how to discuss alcohol use with your patients!

Nearly 1 in 7 pregnant women report current alcohol use in the past 30 days. Alcohol screening and brief intervention (SBI) is recommended by the USPSTF and is endorsed by major medical professional organizations and CDC. #FASDNPN

✨ #Strong #Healthy #Empowered ✨ Today we celebrate #NationalWomensHealthandFitnessDay 💪💜 A reminder to prioritize movement, wellness, and self-care; not just today, but every day. Here’s to building strength in both body and mind together. 🌸 #Health #Wellness #Women #Team

🚨 New recommendation from ACOG: no cannabis use during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. Risks include preterm birth, low birth weight, NICU stays, and potential neurodevelopmental issues. Let’s center evidence, not stigma — and support each other in making informed decisions.

Laura encourages people with FASDs to utilize their strengths and ask for support. ❤️ #FASDAwarenessMonth #FASDNPN #fasd

🚨 New Walk & Talk Alert! 🚨 Our newest tool focuses on stimulant use during pregnancy—giving medical assistants a script + patient card to spark important conversations during the walk from the waiting room to the exam room. Every step is a chance to support healthier

🚨 New Walk & Talk Alert! 🚨 Our newest tool focuses on ethical considerations—giving medical assistants a script + patient card to spark important conversations during the walk from the waiting room to the exam room. Every step is a chance to support people of all backgrounds

Welcome to #MARWeek! This week, we celebrate medical assistants and the irreplaceable impact that they have on our community and patients. How will you celebrate Medical Assistant Recognition week? 🧡🩺🏥 AAMA #MARWeek2025 #FASDNPN

Strong. Skilled. Compassionate. 💪 Celebrating our Medical Assistant Champions this #MARWeek — thank you for all you do! 🧡 #HealthcareChampions

💬 From the team behind The Ride Ahead comes a new webinar series — Our Ride Ahead! Join us for honest, empowering conversations on dating, romance, and sexual health for disabled youth. 🗓 Part 1: Disability & Dating 101 — Oct 24 at 7 PM ET (Ages 16+) 🗓 Part 2: Disability,

When discussing justice & #FASD, context matters. Stigma-free language shifts the focus from blame to understanding neurodevelopmental needs. Learn how to communicate with nuance & care in our guide: bit.ly/LanguageAndSti… #FASDJustice #JusticeReform #LanguageMatters

New research shows that alcohol use during pregnancy is deeply tied to social determinants—stress, education, community support—not just individual behaviour. Must-read article. 🔍🤰📊 #PublicHealth #MaternalHealth #FASD FASD United (formerly NOFAS) bioengineer.org/social-determi…

On #WorldPrematurityDay, we honor families and care teams supporting babies born too soon — and highlight the power of prevention. Alcohol use during pregnancy raises preterm birth risk by 16%, and there’s no known safe amount to drink. Medical assistants play a key role in

Supporting children with FASDs starts with a clear path forward. 💙 The AAP’s new Roadmap to Managing FASDs in the Pediatric Medical Home gives pediatricians practical tools to identify, guide, and care for children and families. Stronger knowledge → stronger outcomes.

This Thanksgiving, let’s serve up support — not pressure. 🦃🍁 Our Healthy Over the Holidays Walk & Talk helps medical assistants have quick, meaningful conversations with patients about staying alcohol-free during the holidays. Includes an easy script + take-home card to keep

New CDC-led research in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine highlights a concerning trend: states that implemented legal nonmedical cannabis retail sales saw higher rates of alcohol use and binge drinking during pregnancy. 📈 Alcohol use was 1.43x higher 📈 Binge

✨ Happy Holidays from Medical Assistant Partnership! ✨ As we reflect on the year, we’re grateful for the medical assistants, healthcare teams, and partners working to support patient care and advance prevention efforts—including reducing prenatal alcohol exposure and fetal