Effective amount
Drinking alcohol during pregnancy can lead to Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD), affecting 4% of babies in Alberta. FASD causes lifelong challenges in motor skills, health, learning, memory, and social skills.
Since 61% of Canadian pregnancies are unplanned, it's crucial to use effective birth control if you drink and are sexually active. There is no safe time, amount, or type of alcohol to consume while pregnant.