Yes, you can eat haddock when pregnant. Haddock is considered a low-mercury fish and is generally safe to consume during pregnancy as long as it is cooked thoroughly[3]. Current health guidelines recommend that pregnant people eat a variety of seafood that is low in mercury, such as haddock, aiming for 8–12 ounces (about 2–3 servings) per week[3]. Fish is a good source of essential nutrients like omega-3 fatty acids, which are beneficial for your baby’s brain development[4].
However, it is important to:
- Avoid raw or undercooked fish during pregnancy because of the risk of harmful bacteria and parasites that can cause foodborne illness[7].
- Choose a variety of low-mercury fish, avoiding high-mercury options such as shark, swordfish, king mackerel, and tilefish[3].
- Make sure any fish or shellfish you consume is cooked thoroughly to reduce the risk of food poisoning[5].
Haddock does not appear on lists of fish to avoid for pregnant individuals, and is not considered oily or high in mercury, so it can be included as part of a healthy pregnancy diet[3].
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