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Parents-to-be
Go Alcohol
Free
Helping
Parents-to-be
Go Alcohol
Free
Go Alcohol Free
No Risk of FASD
We know going alcohol free during pregnancy might be difficult.
Don't worry, we're here to help and support you with resources, tips and advice.
Helping you get the most out of #DRYMESTER for you and your baby.
- Support Services
- Additional Services
Going alcohol free during pregnancy isn’t always easy.
Book an appointment with your midwife or GP to discuss going alcohol free safely. Alternatively contact one of our nearby specialist services or view support information below to find the right support plan for you.
If you suffer from symptoms such as shaking, sweating or feeling sick and anxious before the first drink of the day, then you should seek medical advice before stopping drinking completely. It can be very dangerous to stop drinking without informed advice and support.
Alcohol Services in Greater ManchesterBolton
Ages 18+
Achieve Bolton T: 01204 483 090 E: achieve.referrals@gmmh.nhs.uk Visit website
Under 18’s
Bolton 360° Substance Misuse Service for Young People & Families T: 01204 462444 E: boh-tr.360info@nhs.net Visit website
Bury
Ages 18+
Achieve Bury T: 0161 271 0020 E: achieve.referrals@gmmh.nhs.uk Visit website
Under 18’s
Early Break T: 0161 723 3880 E: info@earlybreak.co.uk Visit website
Manchester
Ages 18+
Change Grow Live (CGL) Manchester T: 0161 226 5526 Visit website
Under 18’s
Change Grow Live (CGL) Manchester Eclypse T: 0161 839 2054 Visit website
Oldham
Ages 18+
Turning Point – Rochdale and Oldham Recovery (ROAR) T: 0300 555 0234 E: ROARreferrals@turning-point.co.uk Visit website
Under 18’s
Early Break T: 0161 723 3880 E: info@earlybreak.co.uk Visit website
Rochdale
Ages 18+
Turning Point – Rochdale and Oldham Recovery (ROAR) T: 0300 555 0234 E: ROARreferrals@turning-point.co.uk Visit website
Under 18’s
Early Break T: 0161 723 3880 E: info@earlybreak.co.uk Visit website
Salford
Ages 18+
Achieve Salford (Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Trust) T: 0161 358 1530 E: achieve.referrals@gmmh.nhs.uk Visit website
Under 18’s
Early Break T: 0161 723 3880 E: info@earlybreak.co.uk Visit website
Stockport
Ages 26+
Adult Drug and Alcohol Service (Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust) / Stockport Triage, Assessment & Referral Team (START) T: 0161 474 3141 E: START@stockport.gov.uk Visit website
25’s and Under
MOSAIC (Young People’s Drug & Alcohol Service) T: 0161 218 1100 E: mosaic.stockport.gov.uk Visit website
Tameside
All Ages
Change Grow Live (CGL) – My Recovery Tameside T: 0161 672 9420 E: Tameside.Referrals@cgl.org.uk Visit website
Trafford
All Ages
Achieve Trafford T: 0161 358 0991 E: achieve.referrals@gmmh.nhs.uk Visit website
21’s and Under
Early Break T: 0161 723 3880 E: info@earlybreak.co.uk Visit website
Wigan
Free local 1-2-1 support
HealthyRoutes
T: 01942 836 967
Visit website
Specialist support around alcohol and drugs
We Are With You (Wigan & Leigh)
T: 01942 487 578
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Sheffield
Ages 18+
Sheffield Treatment and Recovery Team (START)
T: 0114 3050500
E: sct-ctr.fitzwilliamcentrereferrals@nhs.net
Visit website
Under 19s
The Corner
T: 0114 275 2051
E: thecorner.sheffield@cgl.org.uk
Visit website
Hertfordshire
ALL AGES
CGL Spectrum- All age service
Offers clinical interventions, as well as psychological and social support for any age.
Treatments are tailored to your needs by a range of professionals, under one roof.
They also offer an alcohol telecoms service for help via phone or video call.
T: 0800 652 3169
Visit website
Other self help and resources in Hertfordshire | Hertfordshire County Council
If you’re worried about your drinking or concerned about someone else, we’re here to support you with key information and tips.
Visit website
OVER 18’s
The Living Room 18+
Offers intensive, daily support for alcohol and any other addictions.
Treatments are abstinence-based and follow a structured programme based on the 12-step process, including peer support.
T: 0300 365 0304
E: enquiries@livingroomherts.org
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Essex
Under 25's
Essex Young People’s Drug and Alcohol Service (EYPDAS)
If you are below 25 and you are affected by alcohol misuse, we want to help.
Whether it is you or someone in your family that is misusing alcohol, we are here to support you every step of the way.
Our service is free and confidential and includes a range of support options including one-to-one support, group work and even telephone and virtual support.
T: 01245 493 311
E: choices.referrals@childrenssociety.org.uk
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Adults
Essex Alcohol Recovery Community (ARC)
T: 01376 316 126
E: essex.arc@phoenixfutures.org.uk
Visit website
Further support
The Essex Wellbeing Service
Support with alcohol reduction as well as any other of your wellbeing needs.
T: 0300 303 9988
E: provide.essexwellbeing@nhs.net
Visit website
If you have any questions or comments about this campaign, you can contact the #DRYMESTER team at info@drymester.org.uk
If you’ve been affected by any of the information here and would like specialist help or support, get in touch with one of these dedicated services:
- UK/EU Birth Mothers Network-FASD
Visit website - National Organisation for Foetal Alcohol Syndrome UK
Visit website - FASD UK Alliance
Visit website - PAPYRUS Prevention of Young Suicide
Visit website - AA:
Visit website - Birth Companions:
Visit website - Soberistas:
Visit website - Greater Manchester Health Hub – tips and tools for a healthier lifestyle and a happier you
Visit website - FASD Greater Manchester – Support group for families affected by FASD in Greater Manchester and surrounding areas
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