Food Safety for Moms-To-Be

Welcome! We're glad you're here because foodborne illness is a serious health risk for pregnant women and their unborn babies. You'll find accurate, easy-to-understand information about foodborne illness.

(In English and Spanish / En inglés y español)

At-A-Glance

Here you'll find top line points about food safety during pregnancy. It's a great reminder of ways to keep you and your baby safe!

Before You're Pregnant

Thinking about becoming pregnant? Before the test is positive, here's how to give your baby a healthy start!

While You're Pregnant

Congratulations - you're pregnant! Here are answers to your frequently-asked questions about foodborne illness.

Safe Eats

Is sushi safe? What about "smoothies?" This easy-to-use section provides a food-by-food guide to selecting, preparing, and eating foods safely.

Lifelong Food Safety

Good food safety practices are important during your pregnancy and for a lifetime! This section shows you how to prevent foodborne illness in four easy steps: Clean, Separate, Cook, and Chill.

Highlights

Entertaining All Year - Enjoy social events while keeping your unborn baby safe from foodborne bacteria.