Avoid bamboo clam while pregnant to reduce the risk of food poisoning through harmful bacteria, viruses or toxins (poisons) that can be present in raw or undercooked shellfish.

It's best to avoid bamboo clams during the postpartum period. If undercooked or not cleaned properly, it can cause nasty food poisoning.

Eat bamboo clams with caution while breastfeeding, mainly due to the risk of food poisoning through undercooked or unclean clams.

Bamboon clams are not suitable for babies under the age of 11 months.