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Should pregnant women not eat fish or sea food? i heard it can harm the child. but i am 12 weeks pregnant and i have consumed various fish
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SEAFOOD: Nothing is contraindicated unless you are allergic to seafood.Fish is a good source of omega-3.
Answered 5/1/2013
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The risk of mercury : Ingestion is the ? Answered by the mayo clinic. See guidelines at http://www.Mayoclinic.Com/health/pregnancy-and-fish/pr00158. Fyi, it's best to get a flu vaccine & start a 400?g/day folate (folic acid) supplement at least 3 mos. Prior to conception. I'm sure you're on pnv's & folate (folic acid) now. You can get a flu shot 2nd trimester. Use the free "my pregnancy today" app from the baby center for more info & tips.
Answered 10/4/2016
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