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    It’s okay to say nay

    You know what’s great to hear? Most Australian parents (87%)1 aren’t supplying their underage teenagers with alcohol and the majority…

    Pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding?

    Give your baby the best possible start and avoid the risks of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD). If you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy, you should not drink alcohol. If you are breastfeeding, not drinking alcohol is safest for your baby.

    DrinkWise videos for education programs

    DrinkWise has created a series of videos for school and community programs, to educate and build individual capacity to make informed decisions about alcohol.

    Mamamia’s five types of teenagers. Which one is yours?

    There are a series of subtle changes that begin to emerge in your pre-teen, marking the official end of childhood…

    Australian Drinking Habits: 2007 vs 2017

    The drinking landscape in Australia is evolving. Australian Drinking Habits: 2007 vs 2017 seeks to understand how our drinking culture has changed over the past ten years, what has influenced these changes, and what this means for health prevention efforts aimed at reducing harm from excessive consumption.

    Parental influence campaigns

    This campaign was seen as the first step towards creating generational change in attitudes towards alcohol across Australia. And to promote a safer and more responsible drinking culture.

    How early is too early to have ‘the talk’ with your kids?

    There are certain things you have to face as your children start to grow out of their baby hands and…

    Is your drinking influencing your kids?

    Positive guidance. It’s one of the greatest powers parents have. And as your child’s number one role model, it’s up to you to shape their perception of right and wrong. So remember, the decisions you make really do have an impact on your children.

    Combatting peer pressure – how to help your teen

    Peer pressure can be a positive influence. It can also lead teens to doing things they wouldn’t usually, or stop them from doing something they would like to do. It can challenge their view of what’s right and what’s wrong.

    Let them try it or deny it? Alcohol and your teen

    For some parents, the question of when to introduce their child to alcohol is a major decision. Pre-teens may begin to show interest in alcohol and ask to try your drink – but should you let them?