Shruti Rao Shruti Rao Asked 6 months ago

Is seafood bad for pregnancy?

I'm in my first trimester and craving seafood, especially prawns. My mother-in-law said I should avoid it completely during pregnancy. Is seafood really bad for pregnancy, or can I have some in moderation?

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Rajesh Kumar Rajesh Kumar Joined Feb 2026 6 months ago
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It's not just about what to eat, but also where it comes from. Sometimes expensive tests are needed to check for mercury levels if you eat a lot of seafood. Better to stick to safer, lower-mercury options and manage your budget smartly during pregnancy. Health check-ups are important.

Priya Agarwal Priya Agarwal Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Haan ji, some seafood can be tricky during pregnancy, na? Like, high mercury fish you should avoid. But lean seafood in moderation is usually okay, actually good for baby development. Best to check with your gynaecologist about which ones are safe.

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Sarla Devi Sarla Devi Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

In our time, we were mostly told to eat simple ghar ka khana. For fish, we would eat fresh river fish, not too much. Too much of anything is not good, especially when you are expecting. Always check with doctor, but simple, well-cooked food is best.

Disha Singh Disha Singh Joined Jan 2026 6 months ago

I've been looking into this too, just out of curiosity! It seems like some seafood is fine and even recommended for its nutrients, but others, especially those high in mercury, are a no-go. It's confusing to keep track of, so good to get clarity from a medical professional.

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Nitin Sharma Nitin Sharma Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Bad for pregnancy? Man, during my wife's pregnancy, every food felt like it was 'bad' for something or the other. You end up reading so much, your head spins. Just talk to your doctor, eat what they say, and try to get some sleep... if you can!

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