Hi Ladies,

I hope everyone is well.

This might be a stupid one but can someone shed some light on the real dangers of food and pregancy!! I've read all about listeria and know that I should only eat food if it's really hot and to avoid processed meats, soft cheeses, pate etc. However, I'm still rather confused and am worried with my relaxed attitude, I could do some harm!!

Example - today I really needed Red Rooster - so I went and got it (didn't even think twice) and just got a Chicken Fillet Burger. I was a little worried when it wasn't piping hot and then started stressing that it had been sitting there far too long (it was a little hard). To add to it, someone at work (who knows I'm pg) saw me eating it and said I shouldn't be having that - moreso because it had mayonnaise on it???? I'm really confused. Should I avoid mayonnaise too??

Furthermore, I'm heading off on a work weekend away (team building or something) and now I'm worried about the food as I've got no control over what will be served. What if it's a buffet?? Can I eat that stuff??? It's all just too hard. Also, someone had a birthday the other day and I ate some Chocolate Mousse cake - I don't even know if that's ok??? Someone said I shouldn't eat custards, cheesecake or cream??

Now it's starting to stress me and I wasn't at all worried until now. I lost a baby earlier this year and whilst I haven't for a second thought that it was my fault, it makes me wonder. Please help (and sorry for the long post).

Kelly xxxxx