I am 27 wks pregnant and yesterday at... - Pregnancy and Par...
I am 27 wks pregnant and yesterday ate swordfish steak, I was half way through when realising its a 'don't eat food', should I be worried???
No its fine these babies r tough.. to b honest I ate loads of stuff I shudnt and the dr said everything in moderation. . Obv if tht was all u were eating then might b a prob but its fine.. I cudnt hrlp buteat pate and sushi couple of times.. my son is 6.5 months and healthy xx
I agree with Ceribean on this (although sushi is safe if prepared a certain way). If you're concerned you could mention it to your MW at your 28 week appointment, but she'll probably say the same thing. Plus, it was only about half a swordfish steak, so not much really X
As already mentioned you could mention to your midwife but very much doubt you've done any harm if only eaten a bit
It's to do with Mercury build up -BIG fish (like swordfish) eat lots & lots of little fish & therefor will have more Mercury in their system because of that. Mercury is not good for your baby. However, 1 swordfish steak isn't going to do anything. You'll be fine. Good luck with the rest of your pregnancy. (I gloss painted the skirting boards in the lounge & living room while I was pregnant, & I currently have a beautiful & healthy baby laid out on my lap asleep.)
