Don't Stress Over Seafood!

 With all of the rules and regulations surrounding your newly pregnant state, it's no wonder that most women are a little confused about the guidelines regarding seafood and pregnancy.

In fact, according to a new guide developed by the National Healthy Mothers Healthy Babies Coalition, Perinatal Nutrition Working Group and National Fisheries Institute, most pregnant women are only eating 1.89 ounces (less than 1 serving) of fish per week, when the recommended amount is 12 ounces (2-3 servings)! 

So before you pass up that tasty grilled salmon in favor of yet another serving of chicken, remember that snacks from the sea are packed with health benefits for both you and your baby. Follow these tips for chowing down on fish during pregnancy:

• Indulge in seafood two to three times each week
• Feel free to sample a variety of fish
• As mush as half of your weekly consumption of fish can be albacore tuna
• The only types of fish to avoid are shark, king mackerel, tilefish and swordfish

For more information about eating seafood during pregnancy and some fun fishy facts, download and view "A Seafood Lover's Guide to Eating During Pregnancy."