If you would like information or support to reduce harm from drinking alcohol or using drugs, talk to your doctor at the maternity hospital or your GP. You can also talk to your Traveller Community Health Worker.
There are other places that can offer support, including:
Addiction Liaison Midwives
Some maternity hospitals have Addiction Liaison Midwives who can support women who may be struggling with addiction throughout their pregnancy. There is an Addiction Liaison Midwife at each of the maternity hospitals in Dublin. They can be reached at the numbers below.
Justin Gleeson, Rotunda Hospital – 01 855 5310
Vicky Hurley, National Maternity Hospital – 087 917 0484
Deidre Carmody, Coombe Hospital – 087 919 6525
If you are attending a different hospital, ask if they have an Addiction Liaison Midwife.
HSE Drugs and Alcohol helpline: 1800 459 459
A free and confidential helpline where you can talk through your concerns about drugs or alcohol. Open from Monday to Friday, 9:30 to 5:30.
Alcoholics Anonymous: 01 842 0700
If you are struggling with alcohol dependency, please call 01 842 0700 to find support in your area.