Pregnant women can eat flatfish as it is rich in nutirents. Flatfish is considered to have low mercury levels and low-fat, according to Consumer Reports food safety experts. The DHA in flatfish stimulates baby's mental development.

Flatfish is suitable for consumption during the postpartum period. Flatfish is high in lecithin that has positive effects on skin.

Breastfeeding mums can eat flatfish because it has low mercury content and it is low fat, too. The DHA in flatfish can stimulate baby's brain, nerve, and visual system development. Vitamin D can help your baby better absorb calcium from breast milk. Watch out for allergic reactions in your baby and stop eating flatfish if you notice any.

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