Some foods can contain bacteria or parasites such as salmonella and listeria that could harm your unborn baby. Although the risk of infection is low, it is still best to avoid these foods during pregnancy:
Soft blue or mould-ripened cheeses such as gorgonzola, Roquefort, camembert and brieRaw eggs or soft, runny eggs that haven’t been cooked thoroughlyUn-pasteurised milk or food such as goat’s chesses made from un-pasteurised milkPâté including vegetable pâtésRaw meat or meat that hasn’t been cooked thoroughlyRaw fish or shellfishYou should also avoid or limit your intake of foods that contain substances that might be harmful for your baby:
Liver contains too much vitamin A for your baby, so you should avoid it completelyDon’t take any nutritional supplements that include vitamin AFish can have high levels of mercury. Avoid eating shark, swordfish or marlin and limit the amount of tuna or oily fish you eat to a couple of meals a week.Alcohol can affect your baby’s development, so it is best avoided.Caffeine can also affect your baby, so try to limit your intake to no more than two cups of coffee a day.It is also important to practice good food hygiene with everything you eat. Make sure that you are washing or peeling all of your fruit and vegetables, taking the right precautions with raw meat, and keeping your hands and cooking surfaces clean.
' Professional and reassuring '
Helen Campbell
The sonographer was ready as soon as I arrived, and she was extremely calming, personable and professional. The scan and blood test where efficient without feeling rushed and all very easy. These appointments can feel uneasy and make you feel anxious but I felt reassured and in professional hands the whole time
I saw Kate throughout my first pregnancy and am now doing so again with my second. She is absolutely amazing, she explains everything really clearly, and has answered all sorts of bizarre questions and worries I have had. On top of being clinically excellent she is also just the loveliest person and always a pleasure to see.
Sarah Elliott
We had the harmony test with the Birth Company and had a reassurance scan with sonographer Kirsty McGarry who was absolutely lovely and really put our minds at rest. We had been scared by our NHS dating scan and left feeling like there was something wrong. We explained the situation and was treated very professionally and with good care. Also speedy appointments also as I had phone in the morning and got an appointment by afternoon. So thankful.
Ashley and Tom
Really friendly, efficient service. Great experience overall. Had the Panorama. My appointment was with Kate who was absolutely fantastic. The results came really quickly. Have a comparison with private healthcare elsewhere and must say that The Birth Company was just how I would like to be treated when I pay for medical services - attentively, calmly, friendly, in a pleasant environment that doesn't look like hospital. Top marks!
Anna
' Efficient, friendly and always on hand to provide last minute appointments '
Anna s
The Birth Company has been excellent, providing timely scans and blood tests during my IVF treatment abroad. Staff are always friendly and extremely efficient. I would highly recommend coming here.
' Professional and friendly '
Lyndsey Dilla
When I first contacted the Birth Company I spoke to Danielle. She was fantastic. She went above & beyond to put me at easy & make the journey from Kent as stress free as possible. Every staff member that myself and my husband have come into contact with have been approachable, professional and friendly. Kate scanned me the first time and put me completely at easy. Lisa on reception is professional and very approachable. Highly recommended
' Highly recommended '
Emelie
Donald was so lovely! I was so nervous as I have a bad history and he was super quick and confirmed my baby's heartbeat as quickly as he could. He spent time showing me the baby and the anatomy and it was the best money I have ever spent! The reception girls were lovely too - considering they deal with babies day in day out they were super excited for me! Thank you so much one and all! If only I lived in London and could have all my scans with you!
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