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Let’s promote alcohol-free pregnancies (and support pregnant people)

September 9, 2015September 9, 2015 by South Shore Sexual Health

No amount of alcohol is safe for a growing fetus—yet a 2003 survey found 1 in 10 Canadian women drank at least once during their pregnancy. Given the culture of alcohol that exists in Nova Scotia, we need to work extra-hard to promote alcohol-free pregnancies. September 9 is Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) Awareness Day. …

Eco-Friendly Sex

August 31, 2015August 28, 2015 by South Shore Sexual Health

When sex comes to mind we often don’t think about how we can be environmentally-friendly – we don’t think about being wasteful or environmental consequences. In our minds we may see the products and resources we use as being 100% worth it, but on the other hand, we’re all different, and others may prioritize alternatives …