Prawns are safe in pregnancy, as long as they have been thoroughly cooked first. Prawn is rich in protein and calcium which are beneficial for the healthy development of the growing fetus.

It is safe to eat prawns during confinement. Prawn is a good source of protein that can give new mothers energy for daily activities. Prawns also contain minerals like zinc, potassium, magnesium, and vitamin A which can aid in the recovery of the new mothers from birth delivery.

You should monitor your baby's reaction after you have eaten the prawn. It helps to increase breast milk production. One benefit of prawn is that it helps to increase breast milk production. However, it also should be noted that some prawn contains mercury which is a harmful heavy metal. Hence, a breastfeeding mother should limit the amount of consumption.

It is not suitable for your child at this age to eat prawns due to concerns of allergy and mercury. Your baby can eat prawns when he turns 1 but you should be cautious in feeding as many children will show allergic reactions to prawns.