#10 Founder with Sue Miers#10 Founder with Sue Miers
Pregnancy and Alcohol: The Surprising Reality
Sue Miers shares her journey from parent to advocate for Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder awareness and support.
17:23•14 Oct 2020
Sue Miers: Building Awareness and Support for Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder
“I think the more people who understand FASD- that's everybody- the better children and adults with FASD are going to be supported and understood.”
Ever wondered about the real impact of drinking alcohol during pregnancy? This episode dives deep into the often-overlooked issue of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD). Kurt Lewis sits down with Sue Miers, the founder of NOFASD Australia, to discuss her journey from being a parent of a child with FASD to establishing a national organization dedicated to this cause.
Sue opens up about the challenges she faced, including the uphill battle to get the medical community to recognize and understand FASD. She also talks about the importance of awareness and support for those affected by this disorder, emphasizing how adult role modeling can create cultural change. If you’re looking to understand more about FASD and how you can help, this episode offers valuable insights and practical advice.
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