Licorice is terrible for your baby's development. Studies have found that children whose mums had large amounts of licorice while pregnant are more likely to have developmental problems in their babies. It may cause miscarriage or preterm labour.

New mums should avoid eating liquorice. It can cause headaches, high blood pressure, and swelling.

Breastfeeding mums should avoid consuming liquorice as it has no health benefits at all. It may even affect the quantity of milk you produce.

Liquorice is not suitable for babies under the age of 11 months.