Crab Meat

nschrope · December 2009

We have a great seafood/crab cake place near us and since I am still a little under the weather with sinuses, I thought a nice New Years Eve option for us would be getting some great take-out and watching a movie.

Has anyone read anything about crab meat while pregnant and/or shrimp? I know fish with high levels of mercury should be avoided, as well as suchi, but haven'theard much about crab, etc.

charlies-angel · December 2009

I have eaten both crab and shrimp several times throughout this pregnancy. Especially around the holidays!

halfpintlbk · December 2009

I think crab is fine to eat. My doctor just told me to limit seafood to a couple of times a week. Enjoy!

MrsBalletStar05 · December 2009

I personally haven't eaten ANY fish this pregnancy, but that's just the way it worked out......tonight I will be indulging in tons of shrimp though!!! I can't wait. With DS I still even ate sushi sometimes.

SoldiersGreenBean · December 2009

Unless you're allergic to it, it's fine.

bobbidall · December 2009

Most shellfish has a very small amount of mercury in it, so enjoy!!! As long as your not eating large amounts every day your fine and the nutrients in shellfish are great for the baby.

jenkm · December 2009

Yep, the only shellfish you can't have is raw. Enjoy!

cutie420311 · December 2009

jenkm:
Yep, the only shellfish you can't have is raw. Enjoy!

You can enjoy any type of seafood, in moderation. Including raw SUSHI. Don't go buying it from a roadside stand, but from a reputable place, it's fine.