This resource explores the many factors that can influence alcohol use during pregnancy, recognizing that decisions around alcohol are shaped by far more than individual choice alone. It highlights the roles of stress, mental health, social and economic conditions, access to accurate information, health before and during pregnancy, and broader structural factors such as policy, stigma, and access to care. Together, these influences show why compassionate, informed, and systems-level approaches are essential to supporting healthy pregnancies and preventing alcohol-exposed pregnancies.
