The main rule in consuming fish during pregnancy is to avoid eating it raw or smoked to prevent bacterial diseases. When cooked, however, salmon is extremely beneficial during pregnancy.

Considered a pregnancy superfood, salmon is low in mercury and rich in:

Protein.
As building blocks of life, your baby needs amino acids to grow healthy and strong.

Omega-3 fatty acids.
These are essential for your baby’s brain and nervous system development.

Vitamins A and E.
These fat-soluble vitamins help form your baby’s eyes and skin.

Iron.
Because your blood volume increases, you need more iron as your heart delivers nutrient-rich blood to your growing baby.

Whether baked, fried or grilled, one daily serving of salmon covers the above nutritional requirements.