Christmas time and the festive season can be the most wonderful time of the year, but not so for everyone.
Alaine Kowal, with the Foothills Fetal Alcoholics Society based in High River, says with alcohol being commonplace during the holidays, it can be very hard for some people.
"You know, with FASD sometimes people who are affected by it can have a lot of trouble in the holidays dealing with the excitement or regulating their emotions during what can be a stressful time."
Kowal says it's not just about getting the message out to pregnant women and those living with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder as well but also the general population that struggle with alcohol.
You can contact FFAS in High River at 403-652-4776 or 1-800-601-FASD (3273) or via email at general@foothillsfas.com.