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pregnant bellyThis week we introduce a new resource for educating women about the importance of seafood during pregnancy and while breastfeeding. Fish is one of the onlys way to get the specific type of omega-3s needed for eye and brain development.  The educational flyer is easy-to-read and gives practical guidance based on sound science, and is of value to anyone working with moms-to-be. 

Did You Know?

  • Expectant mothers should not eat swordfish, shark, king mackerel or tile fish, because they can contain risky levels of mercury that could harm the developing fetus. (March of Dimes)