{"id":28813,"date":"2025-12-22T18:00:25","date_gmt":"2025-12-22T18:00:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.may.app\/?p=28813"},"modified":"2025-12-18T14:41:37","modified_gmt":"2025-12-18T14:41:37","slug":"diet-during-the-holidays-pregnant","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.may.app\/en\/blog\/pregnancy\/diet-during-the-holidays-pregnant\/","title":{"rendered":"What diet during the holidays while pregnant?"},"content":{"rendered":"

During year-end holiday meals, there are many special foods: foie gras, cheese, salmon, seafood, white pudding, tarama\u2026 Between Christmas and New Year\u2019s menus, what can you eat while pregnant? Which foods should you prioritize? Which ones should you avoid? Here is a short guide to holiday meals during pregnancy.<\/span><\/p>\n

What diet during the holidays while pregnant?<\/strong> Let\u2019s take a closer look.<\/span><\/p>\n

Diet during the holidays while pregnant: infection risks<\/span><\/h2>\n

During pregnancy, certain foods can pose a danger to fetal development. How can you identify foods to avoid and the precautions to take during year-end holiday meals?<\/span><\/p>\n

Foodborne infections<\/span><\/h3>\n

The main dietary restrictions concern three foodborne infections: toxoplasmosis, listeriosis, and, to a lesser extent, salmonellosis.<\/span><\/p>\n

Toxoplasmosis<\/b><\/p>\n

Toxoplasmosis is a parasitic infection that is often silent in adults. Although it is not transmitted from person to person, it can be contracted by eating undercooked meat<\/strong>, especially pork and beef, or through contact with cat feces that harbor the parasite in its active form. Poorly washed fruits and vegetables, potentially contaminated with infected soil, are also a risk.<\/span><\/p>\n

This infection is particularly feared during pregnancy because the parasite can cross the placenta and infect the fetus<\/strong>. Consequences can range from eye damage to neurological disorders, and in the most severe cases, fetal death or preterm birth. The risk of transmission increases as pregnancy progresses, but complications are more severe when contamination occurs early.<\/span><\/p>\n

Good to know:<\/strong> if you have already had toxoplasmosis, you are immune to this infection. A blood test will be prescribed to confirm this.<\/span><\/p>\n

Listeriosis<\/b><\/p>\n

Listeriosis is a bacterial infection caused by listeria. This bacterium can grow even in cold environments, which explains its possible presence in refrigerators<\/strong>. In pregnant women, it increases the risk of miscarriage, preterm birth, or severe infection in the newborn.<\/span><\/p>\n

Salmonellosis<\/b><\/p>\n

Salmonellosis, caused by the Salmonella bacteria, is mainly linked to the consumption of raw or undercooked eggs, unpasteurized dairy products, and meat<\/strong>. It presents as acute gastroenteritis, with fever, diarrhea, vomiting, and abdominal pain.<\/span><\/p>\n

The main danger for pregnant women is dehydration<\/strong>. If symptoms occur, medical consultation is necessary and antibiotic treatment may be prescribed. Transmission to the fetus remains rare but possible.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Hygiene measures and foods to avoid during the holidays<\/span><\/h3>\n

During the Christmas holidays, the variety of dishes increases the risk of food poisoning<\/strong>. It is essential to apply strict hygiene rules to limit the risks related to listeriosis, salmonellosis, or toxoplasmosis. Here are some best practices to follow:<\/span><\/p>\n