With increased consumption of alcohol comes increased concern about the potential risks to expectant mothers. We understand the difficulties of these times and encourage everyone to stay safe and informed.
Wear Your Red Shoes
For Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Disorder (FASD) Awareness in September, the St. Louis Arc, along with NOFAS-Missouri are teaming up to bring the Red Shoes Rock campaign to the Show-Me State! What is Red Shoes Rock? On Monday, September 9 we encourage people to wear red shoes to show support for FASD Awareness Day. On September…
Not A Single Drop
Go The Whole 9 This spring the St. Louis Arc partnered with Webster University students to create a public service announcement for the Go the Whole 9 campaign. Go the Whole 9 is an awareness campaign funded through the Department of Mental Health, Division of Alcohol and Drug Abuse and the United Way to educate…
September is FASD Awareness Month
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) Awareness Sixteen years ago, September 9 was recognized as Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders FASD Awareness Day. This day, the 9th day of the 9th month, symbolizes the 9-months of pregnancy that a woman should remain alcohol free. Over the last decade, awareness efforts have grown and September is now set…
Going the Whole 9 Months of Pregnancy without Alcohol
What’s the big deal about an occasional glass of wine, bottle of beer, or cocktail during pregnancy? If you have ever asked this question, you are not alone! As you research or seek advice about healthy pregnancy practices, you might feel overwhelmed by the contradictory information about alcohol. The St. Louis Arc’s Go the Whole…