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             influence on the internal physiological environment of the developing fetus" (Caleekal). What a
             mother does to herself externally has an immediate impact on the fetus which lies inside her. If a
             pregnant woman drinks wine, beer, or any liquor when she is pregnant, her baby could develop
             FAS, its that simple. The disabilities which stem from FAS will last a lifetime. No amount of
             alcohol has been proven safe to consume during pregnancy. Heavy drinking on a consistent basis
             or binge drinking on an occasional basis can produce FAS. A combination of factors determines
             whether the exposed child will be afflicted with FAS. "FAS is not necessarily the result of only
             full-blown alcoholism but rather it can result from drinking any amount of alcohol in excess of the
             level to detoxify it thus placing the fetus at risk" (Caleekal). A mother's nutritional status and
             physical well-being might also play roles of varying significance in determining whether an infant
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