Can You Eat Pizza When Pregnant?
Written by Jordan Morley · Reviewed against NHS foods-to-avoid guidance · Last updated 28 October 2026
Yes — pizza is safe during pregnancy. Even Brie, goat's cheese or blue cheese toppings are fine when the pizza is cooked until piping hot.
Why is pizza safe in pregnancy?
Cooked pizza is safe in pregnancy. Mozzarella is safe anyway (pasteurised), and even the 'avoid' cheeses — Brie, Camembert, soft blue cheese — become safe when thoroughly cooked on a hot pizza. Cured meat toppings like pepperoni and Parma ham are also fine once oven-cooked. The only cautions: cold pizza with added-after-baking toppings (like fresh Parma ham draped on after the oven), and reheated pizza should be piping hot.
You can also check the calorie content of pizza alongside its safety information. Also check medication safety during pregnancy if you're managing any conditions.
The exception
Watch for toppings added after cooking (fresh Parma ham, extra soft cheese) — those keep their uncooked status.
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| Question | Short answer (links to the full page) |
|---|---|
| In the fridge | Up to 2 days in the fridge |
| In the freezer | Yes — freezes well (best quality for 1–2 months) |
| Reheating | Yes — if stored properly |
| Left out overnight | No — throw it away (limit about 2 h) |
Common questions
Can I eat pizza in the first trimester?
Yes — pizza is safe at every stage of pregnancy, including the first trimester.
Is a small amount of pizza OK during pregnancy?
No limit applies. Pizza is not on the NHS list of foods to avoid or limit in pregnancy.
I accidentally ate pizza while pregnant — what should I do?
No action needed. Pizza is safe during pregnancy.
Is cooked pizza safe in pregnancy?
Yes. Pizza is safe in pregnancy. Only the usual rules apply: cook it properly where it needs cooking, keep chilled food chilled, and eat it before the use-by date.
Related answers
Primary source: NHS foods-to-avoid guidance.
General information only, not medical advice: see the medical disclaimer. Feeling unwell after eating something? Contact NHS 111 or your GP.