A new study from the National Institutes of Health, reported in the Economist, claims that the amount of Omega-3 fatty acids a woman eats while pregnant can determine her child’s intelligence, fine motor skills, and sociability. (Omega-3’s are oils found primarily in seafood.)
The results are not conclusive, however, although some strong correlations were made in the study. Also, since doctors usually advise women to avoid seafood while pregnant, this is information to use with caution. As always, discuss any pregnancy diet changes with your medical professional.