Can I eat goat’s and sheep’s cheese when pregnant?
AvoidSoft, coldSoft cheese can carry Listeria, even when pasteurised.
SafeCooked hotBaked or grilled until bubbling hot
SafeHard, agedNothing in this food is a known pregnancy risk.
Goat’s and sheep’s cheese for other situations
BreastfeedingNo Listeria concern for breastfeeding. Usual food safety applies.Safe
VegetarianMay contain animal rennet. Check the label.Caution
VeganContains dairy, which isn't vegan.Avoid
CoeliacNaturally gluten-free.Safe
Milk allergyContains milk.Avoid
Peanut allergyNo peanut listed.Safe
Gestational diabetesNo known concern for gestational diabetes.Safe
MAOIsNo known concern for MAOIs.Safe
Low-FODMAPNo known concern for a low-FODMAP diet.Safe
Questions people ask
Is goat’s and sheep’s cheese safe in pregnancy?
Soft, cold: Avoid. Soft cheese can carry Listeria, even when pasteurised. Cooked hot: Safe. Nothing in this food is a known pregnancy risk. Hard, aged: Safe. Nothing in this food is a known pregnancy risk.