Preventable Birth Defects & Disorders
There is no safe time to drink alcohol in pregnancy and no safe amount to drink in pregnancy. If you're pregnant or planning to be pregnant and finding it difficult to stop drinking, talk to your family doctor, lead maternity carer, or call the Alcohol Drug Helpline 0800 787 797.
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