National FASD

Do you have FASD or support someone with FASD? An international research study led by @GilbertDavidJr and our friends @FASDsalford needs your help!⁠ ⁠ If you can help, kindly register here: salford.onlinesurveys.ac.uk/international-…⁠ ⁠ #FASDsalford #FASDAwareness

Working with young people with #FASD? Join our practical course and learn how to use the Me and My FASD Toolkit and fasd.me to help young people understand their diagnosis and build effective coping strategies. Enroll today! 🙌👇 eventbrite.co.uk/e/929036682727

We can no longer in good conscience stay in this space. We are moving to Bluesky. Please follow @NationalFASD at nationalfasd.bsky.social, the @GMfasdnetwork at gmfasdnetwork.bsky.social and @SB_FASD at sb-fasd.bsky.social

Do you have FASD or support someone with FASD? An international research study led by @GilbertDavidJr and our friends @FASDsalford needs your help!⁠ ⁠ If you can help, kindly register here: salford.onlinesurveys.ac.uk/international-…⁠ ⁠ #FASDsalford #FASDAwareness

Working with young people with #FASD? Join our practical course and learn how to use the Me and My FASD Toolkit and fasd.me to help young people understand their diagnosis and build effective coping strategies. Enroll today! 🙌👇 eventbrite.co.uk/e/929036682727

Kids with #FASD are trying their best – how you read that matters. It may feel overwhelming, but with the right strategies, you can make a big difference. Learn how to support your child today: nationalfasd.org.uk/frequently-ask… #FASDAwareness #ParentingTips #Support

National FASD worked with the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Scheme to design our very own FASD lanyards and cards, available at our webstore here: nationalfasd.org.uk/product/fasd-l…

Allow an easy, quick, potentially subtle way for them to let you know that they need a break or are starting to escalate. Sometimes this could be a card or a signal of some sort that they hold up if they find words difficult when they begin to escalate.

Many adults with FASD say that headphones can help them, and while we know this flips traditional parenting on its head, your loved one with FASD might benefit from earphones or access to a screen, even at the dinner table. It can help them self-regulate. ⁠

Happy Holidays to all members of the FASD community, of all faiths and backgrounds. 🎉 If you need a little extra advice or information during the holiday season, don’t forget to visit our website or our FASD.me site for people with FASD.

Celebrate success! 🙌 No matter how ‘small’ the achievements might be, they’re building blocks for a brighter tomorrow and should be celebrated. Check out our FASD.me website for more activities and resources.

Trying for a baby? More babies are conceived during the festive season than any other time of year. Choosing an alcohol-free pregnancy is the safest option. preventfasd.info/planning-a-pre… #NationalFASD #SmartStartParenting #PlanningForParenthood #NoAlcoholNoRisk #tryingforababy

🎄✨ Considering starting a family? 🤰 This holiday season, let's pause to reflect on the impact of alcohol on your unborn child. Remember, a healthy and happy start begins with conscious choices. white_check_mark 🤔💕 #PreventFASD #pregnant preventfasd.info

The choices you make this Christmas can last a lifetime. Choosing to avoid alcohol this festive season will protect your child from the lifelong effects of alcohol in pregnancy. ‌preventfasd.info #HealthyStartForLife #FASDPrevention #NoAlcoholNoRisk #pregnancy

We are closing for the holidays. We wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. If you contact us during this period, we are unlikely to respond. If you need urgent help, please contact the Samaritans for free on 116 123. They are here to help. #FASD #Christmas

Choosing an alcohol-free pregnancy? Great! You are protecting the most precious gift of all this Christmas.⁠ ⁠ Enjoy your #NOments⁠ ⁠ preventfasd.info⁠ ⁠ #PreventFASD

Why risk it, just because it’s Christmas? nationalfasd.org.uk/about-fasd/alc… #NationalFASD #fasd #fasdawareness #fasdsupport #policy #support #awareness ⁠#pregnant #pregnancy #parenttobe #mumtobe #SafeFestiveChoices #AlcoholFreePregnancy #HealthyHolidays #PregnancySafety #MumToBe

Less is more. 🙅‍♂️🎄 Your loved one with FASD is likely already receiving a lot of extra sensory input outside of the home at this time of year, so consider doing less at home, decorating less, and expecting less.

Parents to be, this festive season, the best gift you can give your baby is a healthy start. nationalfasd.org.uk/about-fasd/alc… #NationalFASD #fasd #fasdawareness #FASD #WhyRiskIt #maternity #expecting #babybump #Mumtobe #pregnancy #pregnancyplanning #healthychoices #babyonboard #newmum