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Is Hard goats cheese safe in pregnancy?
Generally safe
Yes — hard goats cheese is safe in pregnancy.
What the evidence says
Hard goats cheese, including aged varieties, is safe throughout pregnancy even if made from unpasteurised milk. The soft mould-ripened goats cheese (with a white rind) falls under the "avoid unless cooked" category with Brie and Camembert.
Why this matters
Hard cheeses are too low in moisture to support Listeria growth. Soft goats cheese with mould rind carries the same risk as Brie.
Source:NHS guidance on cheese in pregnancy
Last reviewed:April 2026
Please note — This is general guidance based on NHS advice as of April 2026. It is not medical advice. For advice on your specific pregnancy, please speak to your midwife or GP.
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