On this International Women’s Day, we are looking back on some of the candid conversations we’ve had with these amazing women – and the change they are creating.
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A new survey found more than 6 million Australians drink alcohol at high-risk levels, and many in our community support measures to reduce harm.
Claire knows from her own experience what an important role partners, friends and family play in an alcohol-free pregnancy.
Tiwi Elder Eymard Tungatalum shares his experience of alcohol and how he sought support to cut it from his life.
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Supporting each other this holiday season
The festive season can be tough for people trying to cut back on alcohol. Here’s ways we can support each other.
Parents want clear information when it comes to the health of their babies. Check out these tips and strategies to ensure your breastmilk is alcohol free.
Mother-of-three Breanna McGuire had some odd cravings during pregnancy, but alcohol wasn’t one of them.
Launched in November 2021, Every Moment Matters (EMM) is a national health campaign sharing the latest evidence-based information and resources about alcohol, pregnancy and breastfeeding. In the two years since its launch, EMM has reached millions of Australians, and data shows that the campaign has made a significant impact in raising awareness and influencing behaviours.
Hearing their mum, Robin, talk about her experiences more than three decades ago really brought home to sisters Taryn and Christy just how different current attitudes are to drinking alcohol in pregnancy.
When Corrine was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2022, she threw herself into research and discovered how history of heavy drinking could have played a part.
By anyone’s measure, Gilberto Spencer has lived – and is living – a very impressive life. Gilberto is also living and functioning with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD), and he wants to tell his story.
Angelene’s son lives with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD). In this video, she talks about alcohol dependence, her son’s FASD diagnosis and her life now as a passionate FASD advocate.