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Foods to avoid when pregnant

Learn about which foods you should avoid when you're pregnant. Find out more about foods that you should limit or take extra care with at this time.

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Food preparation and safety

Food poisoning can be avoided by correct food preparation and safety in the kitchen. Learn more about food storage, preparation, and cooking.

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Healthy pregnancy

Here is advice on what foods to avoid when pregnant, information on scans, screenings and check-ups, exercise tips and how to have a healthy pregnancy.

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Accidentally eating unsafe foods (ingesting questionable foods)

Avoid unsafe foods like expired, mouldy, or contaminated items. Watch for symptoms and seek medical help if needed.

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Listeria (food poisoning)

Listeria is bacteria carried in some foods that can cause an infection and may lead to miscarriage. Find out ways to avoid listeria infections.

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Guide to food and drink during pregnancy

This infographic is a handy guide to find out what is safe to eat during your pregnancy and the foods and drinks you should avoid.

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Things to avoid during pregnancy

From alcohol to house paints, there are a few things you should avoid during pregnancy. Find out more about what you should avoid during pregnancy.

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Food cravings during pregnancy

Food cravings are sudden urges to eat a particular type of food. They are a real phenomenon and affect many females during pregnancy.

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How to introduce allergy foods

You can gradually introduce allergy foods to your baby's diet when they start on solids, at about 6 months.

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Toxic household products to avoid during pregnancy

There are different products you should try to avoid during pregnancy. Learn what products may be harmful, and what to do if you're exposed.

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