In excessive amounts, mercury can build up in the blood of the mother and be harmful to an unborn baby. Mercury is present in some types of fish. It is recommended for pregnant women to follow the below guidelines during pregnancy to minimise mercury consumption while still trying to include Omega-3-containing fish in the diet.
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