by Raising Relatives | Jun 28, 2024 | Articles, Impacts of Prenatal Exposure to Alcohol and Drugs
When you are raising a family member’s child, you might feel overwhelmed by the amount of information – including faulty information – you hear about prenatal substance exposure. To be sure, it’s a steep learning curve to understand the impacts of alcohol on a...
by Raising Relatives | Jun 28, 2024 | Articles, Impacts of Prenatal Exposure to Alcohol and Drugs
Your grandchild (or other loved one’s child) came to you with the weight of scary or challenging experiences. Your priority is to help this child feel safe, loved, and supported. This site, your extended family, and professionals in your community are surrounding you...
by Raising Relatives | Jun 28, 2024 | Articles, Impacts of Prenatal Exposure to Alcohol and Drugs
The time your grandchild spends in your care, in the nurturing, stable environment of your home, can be a powerful force that protects them from risky behaviors like underage drinking or drug use. You know that you cannot erase the experiences this child had before...
by Raising Relatives | Dec 12, 2022 | Articles, Impacts of Prenatal Exposure to Alcohol and Drugs
Did you know that 10-11% of babies born in the US have been exposed to alcohol, drugs, or both before birth? The percentage is even higher for kids who are being raised by their grandparents or other relatives. And remember that drug exposure can include both legal...
by Raising Relatives | Dec 12, 2022 | Articles, Impacts of Prenatal Exposure to Alcohol and Drugs
Raising a child with prenatal exposure can be like a never-ending cycle of repetition. Holding tight routines and rigid structures can be tiring. The monotony can stress you, even when you know this is what is best for this child. As with any challenge in life,...
by Raising Relatives | Dec 1, 2022 | Articles, Impacts of Prenatal Exposure to Alcohol and Drugs
Children exposed to alcohol and drugs during pregnancy need more support to succeed. Daily routines are one of the best things you can do to help them. Prenatal exposure affects how a child’s brain works. Kids exposed to alcohol and drugs during pregnancy often have...
