Avoid river mussels, mums-to-be. It may contain toxins and if eaten raw or undercooked, can cause bad food poisoning.

Eat river mussels with caution in the postpartum period. They may contain mercury and cause food poisoning if not cooked properly.

You can eat river mussels with caution while nursing. They can contain harmful mercury, and can cause food poisoning when not cooked properly.

River mussels are not suitable for babies under the age of 11 months.