FASD: Pointing out the dangers of alcohol in the womb

Ireland ranks third in the world for the prevalence of fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD) which can cause low body weight, poor co-ordination, attention difficulties, and learning disabilities. Stock picture

A blank canvas of possibility lies ahead of most children when they are born. But for some, that canvas has already been filled in in the early days of pregnancy, according to those with experience of children and young people with fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD).

Now, a new advocacy organisation to support children, young adults, and families living with FASD across Ireland has been established in Clare, by parent Tristan Casson-Rennie. FASD Ireland opened its doors in Ennis on January 17.