Editorial & Medical Review Policy

Last updated: July 2026

PregnancySafeFoods exists to give expecting parents fast, calm, trustworthy answers about what is safe to eat in pregnancy. Because this is health information that people act on, we hold our content to a clear standard. This page explains exactly how we research, write, source and review everything we publish, so you can judge our work for yourself.

Our sources

Every food-safety verdict and nutrition claim on this site is based on published guidance from recognised public-health authorities, not personal opinion. Our primary sources are:

• The NHS (UK National Health Service), foods to avoid and enjoy in pregnancy
• The CDC (US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention), listeria, foodborne illness and pregnancy
• ACOG (American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists), nutrition during pregnancy
• The FDA (US Food and Drug Administration), food safety for pregnant people and advice on fish and mercury

Where guidance differs between countries, we say so and default to the more cautious position.

How our content is written and reviewed

Our articles and food pages are written and edited by the PregnancySafeFoods editorial team and checked for accuracy against the authoritative sources listed above. When we cover a specific topic in depth, we confirm the current guidance at the time of writing before publishing. Pages carry a "last reviewed" date so you can see how current they are.

We believe in being honest about who we are: PregnancySafeFoods is an independent food-safety resource, not a medical practice. Our content is carefully researched and guideline-based, but it is general information, not personal medical advice, and it is not a replacement for your midwife, doctor or obstetrician, who know your individual situation.

Medical disclaimer

Always speak to your own healthcare provider about your diet and any concerns during pregnancy. If you feel unwell, or you are worried after eating something, contact your midwife, GP or maternity unit. Read our full medical disclaimer.

Accuracy and corrections

We want to get this right. Guidance changes, and mistakes can happen. If you spot something that looks out of date or incorrect, please tell us via our contact page and we will review it promptly and update the page if needed. Significant updates are reflected in the "last reviewed" date.

Independence and how we fund the site

Keeping this checker free is possible partly through affiliate links: if you buy a product we recommend, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. This never changes our safety guidance, verdicts are based only on health-authority sources, and we only suggest products that are genuinely relevant. See our affiliate disclosure for details.

Contact

Questions about our standards, a correction, or anything else? Reach us any time through our contact page. We read every message.