From 1st April 2026, this account will no longer be active or monitored. If you’re a parent-to-be in Greater Manchester, visit gmintegratedcare.org.uk/keep-well/pr... To discuss commissioning the DRYMESTER campaign in your region, contact [email protected]

What's #FASD? Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder is a neurodevelopmental disorder caused by alcohol exposure during pregnancy. Know the expert advice - if you're pregnant or planning a pregnancy, the safest approach is to not drink alcohol at all.

If you want to spread the word about alcohol free pregnancies and raise awareness of FASD, there are many ways you can help. Visit nationalfasd.org.uk where you will find a wealth of information and advice from people with lived experience of #FASD.

If you live in Greater Manchester and want to find out more about the FASD Support Services in your area, contact @gmfasdnetwork.bsky.social where you will find a wealth of information and advice from people with lived experience of FASD.

In 2021, we partnered with @OTWOldham to produce #birthdayfilm, an educational resource for schools to inform young people of the impact of drinking alcohol during pregnancy. Please watch and share with your education colleagues. oldhamtheatreworkshop.co.uk/birthday-acc...

From everyone at DRYMESTER, Happy Mother’s Day to all the mums-to-be, mums, caregivers and foster carers.

Since the initial #DRYMESTER campaign in 2019, it is exciting and encouraging to see how #FASD awareness has grown across the UK. We must continue to help parents-to-be go alcohol free. For info on our resources, contact [email protected]

To all the women who care, support, nurture and fight their corner - Happy International Women’s Day.

“I want to ensure that other health care professionals are FASD aware and that they are helping people to understand that there is no safe amount of alcohol to consume in pregnancy.” There are so many reasons to show your support. Sign up now drymester.org.uk #FASD

If you want to spread the word about alcohol free pregnancies and raise awareness of FASD, there are many ways you can help. Join the Greater Manchester FASD Network for peer support and speak to people with lived experience of FASD. Visit their website to find out more www.gmfasdnetwork.info

Did you know? FASD is only caused by alcohol being consumed during pregnancy. FASD is a lifelong spectrum disorder which can affect a child’s physical, emotional and cognitive development. #Nosafetimenosafeamount

The Time is Now Report is a wonderful resource for HCPs, doctors, researchers, policy makers and families of those with #FASD. The Time is Now’ as an extremely readable refresher on what they currently should know." - Dr Patricia Jackson nationalfasd.org.uk/wp-content/u...

⏰Save the Date⏰ Online DRYMESTER celebration event Tues 12th Feb, 2.30-4pm. This event will be an opportunity to reflect on the journey so far, recognise the partnerships that made it possible, and celebrate the impact achieved together. To attend, email [email protected]

Learn about the effects of alcohol and pregnancy in our Alcohol Exposed Pregnancy Booklet available here: drymester.org.uk/categories/d... The booklet covers the risks of alcohol during pregnancy, what #FASD is, how to support a parent-to-be go alcohol free, and more.

We know going alcohol free isn't easy for everyone. If you're struggling to go alcohol free during your pregnancy, there are support services available throughout Greater Manchester. Find the service nearest to you here: drymester.org.uk/support/ #nosafetimenosafeamount #FASD

Prevalence research shows that up to 3.6% of babies born in Manchester may be affected by #FASD- That's the equivalent of 1,238 babies each year, and it's 100% preventable. Spread the word and help prevent FASD – there’s no safe time or amount of alcohol to drink during pregnancy.

"That's not us failing in anything or being bad parents or carers - we're allowed to say this is tricky." To learn more, listen to our full Occupational Therapy podcast here drymester.org.uk/ot-podcast #fasdawareness

📷Save the date📷 Since its creation in 2019, the DRYMESTER campaign has worked in co-production with thought leaders to promote alcohol-free pregnancies and positive outcomes for babies and children. Join us to celebrate its successes. To attend, please email [email protected]

"We are trying to raise awareness on FASD and I would like to learn more." There are so many reasons to show your support. CMO guidance is clear; there is no safe time or safe amount of alcohol during pregnancy. Sign up now drymester.org.uk #FASD

From everyone here at #DRYMESTER, we wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a happy and healthy 2026. Thank you for another year of partnership in supporting parents-to-be go alcohol free and raising awareness of #FASD

Support parents-to-be to go alcohol free by making one of our delicious mocktails at your Christmas parties. Give this #mulledwine a try and let us know what you think. Visit our website drymester.org.uk

Prevalence research shows that up to 3.6% of babies born in Manchester may be affected by #FASD Help us to ‘Spread the word’ – there’s no safe time or amount of alcohol to drink during pregnancy drymester.org.uk

Did you know that Turning Point have developed new Substance Abuse Information Cards. Amongst others, they reference alcohol and the impact it has on a foetus during pregnancy. This includes low birth weight and #FASD. Download them here: shorturl.at/FyUty

With Christmas parties and social occasions in full swing, staying alcohol free can be difficult. Over the next couple of weeks, we’ll be sharing some key information about why going alcohol free when pregnant is the safest approach. #healthypregnancies

We’re delighted that @hywelddauhb.bsky.social have commissioned DRYMESTER on and offline materials. You should be seeing posters and social media posts in the region over the festive period and in the New Year. #FASDAwareness #Nosafetomenosafeamount #Healthypregnancies

This recent study from @AlcoholChangeUK and @PlymUni suggests that there are still mixed messages regarding the consumption of low alcohol and alcohol free drinks during pregnancy. alcoholchange.org.uk/publication/... Spread the word - There's no safe time, no safe amount.

As Christmas day ebbs closer, support those choosing to go alcohol free and promote healthy pregnancies. Keep an eye out for a delicious mocktail posted on our socials, as well as lots of ways you can show your support.

We have received wonderful feedback on our new Occupational Therapy podcast. If you're an Occupational Therapist wanting to learn more about the disorder or gain information about further training, listen or watch the podcast now. drymester.org.uk/ot-podcast #FASD

UK Clinical Guidelines for alcohol treatment have now been published. They recommend interventions for people with harmful patterns of drinking and promote good practice. shorturl.at/ev9l9 NHS GM Programme Leads contributed to the maternity section of these guidelines.

In case you missed it, we recently launched our new FASD #OccupationalTherapy Podcast designed to help #OTs learn more about FASD and help signpost to the most appropriate training. Listen now: www.drymester.org.uk/ot-podcast/ #OTShow

We've released another date (8th Dec) for our very popular 'Introduction to #FASD training course' delivered by @jobuckard. This free, online course is designed for HCPs and carers who want to learn more FASD. www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/introducti... This is the final course - don't miss out!

"I work in public health trying to reduce FASD and risk factors of infant mortality" There are so many reasons to show your support. CMO guidance is clear; there is no safe time or safe amount of alcohol during pregnancy. Sign up now drymester.org.uk #FASD

During #FASD Awareness Month, @NHSMidlands produced a series of FASD Webinars focused on, amongst other things, developing services and supporting families. To request access to these resources, please complete this form: forms.office.com/e/HJWc251zgJ

Over the Summer, we were approached by @itvx.com who asked for posters for scenes in a maternity department in #CoronationStreet. Those scenes will be airing tonight. Please tune it and share - it is fantastic coverage and promotion of alcohol free pregnancies. #FASD

Rebecca Govan, Assistant Lecturer from Birmingham City Uni will be delivering a webinar on "Training in Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) for post adoption social workers: A national picture: Wednesday 3rd Dec 2025, 12pm-1pm To attend, click this link - teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-joi...

We know going alcohol free isn't easy for everyone. If you're struggling to go alcohol free during your pregnancy, there are support services available throughout Greater Manchester. Find the service nearest to you here: drymester.org.uk/support/ #nosafetimenosafeamount #FASD

We've released another date (19th November) for our 'Introduction to #FASD training course' delivered by @jobuckard. This free, online course is designed for HCPs and carers who want to learn more FASD. Book now shorturl.at/qkdXH The final course will be held in December so don’t miss out.

Did you know that, as a business, you can show your support for #DRYMESTER and parents-to-be by downloading our suite of resources. Visit our website to find out more. drymester.org.uk/wp-content/u... #FASD #Healthypregnancies

If you want to spread the word about alcohol free pregnancies and raise awareness of FASD, there are many ways you can help. Sign up and show your support on the DRYMESTER website and download the wealth of resources for friends, family and HCPs. drymester.org.uk

Are you an Occupational Therapist who would like to know more about FASD? In our new OT podcast, Maggie Morton and Joanne Pennell discuss the role of sensory integration and how to make the most of your OT 'toolbox'. Listen here drymester.org.uk/ot-podcast/

If you're pregnant or planning to become pregnant, know the expert advice - there's no safe time to drink alcohol and no safe amount of alcohol to have. Help us spread the word about #DRYMESTER

“We have added FASD as a priority in addressing perinatal health inequalities and we are looking for resources to support this.” - Nottingham There are so many reasons to support alcohol free pregnancies. Sign up now drymester.org.uk #FASD

In social situations, going alcohol free can sometimes feel awkward. Here are a few phrases to help and to assist in spreading awareness. #alcoholfreepregnancy#fasdawareness

Have you listen to our new Occupational Therapy podcast? To learn more about FASD, listen to Sandy Butcher, Joanne Pennell, Maggie Morton and Clare Devanney-Glynn share their expertise. Listen to the full podcast here www.drymester.org.uk/ot-podcast/ Please share with your colleagues.

Learn about the effects of alcohol and pregnancy in our Alcohol Exposed Pregnancy Booklet available here: drymester.org.uk/categories/d... The booklet covers the risks of alcohol during pregnancy, what #FASD is, how to support a parent-to-be go alcohol free, and more.

We have received wonderful feedback on our new Occupational Therapy podcast. If you're an Occupational Therapist wanting to learn more about the disorder or gain information about further training, listen or watch the podcast now. www.drymester.org.uk/ot-podcast #FASD

We've released another date (9th October) for our very popular 'Introduction to #FASD training course' delivered by @jobuckard. This free, online course is designed for HCPs and carers who want to learn more FASD. Book now to avoid disappointment shorturl.at/sKTxC

Getting an FASD diagnosis can be a frustrating process. On our Occupational Therapy podcast, the panel share their expertise on the right questions to ask and how to go about seeking the help of OTs to assist in an FASD diagnosis. Listen now: www.drymester.org.uk/ot-podcast #FASDAwarenessMonth

If you're pregnant or planning to become pregnant, know the expert advice - there's no safe time to drink alcohol and no safe amount of alcohol to have. Help us spread the word about #DRYMESTER

Did you know we have a suite of FASD podcasts for GPs, SLTs and OTs? These podcasts can help practitioners or if you are a parent or carer of a child or young adult with FASD. To find out more, watch or listen at your leisure. Links in the comments #FASDAwarenessMonth