Nutrition and lifestyle
Toxoplasmosis can harm a developing baby. Practical precautions are wearing gloves when gardening or handling cat litter, washing hands and produce thoroughly, and cooking meat properly. Most Australians are not immune, so prevention matters throughout pregnancy.
Also known as: cat litter pregnancy, toxo
Sources
- Pregnancy, Birth and Baby (pregnancybirthbaby.org.au)
- Healthdirect Australia (healthdirect.gov.au)
Last reviewed: 10 September 2026. Written by the Antega Editorial Team. General information only — always follow the advice of your own clinic, doctor or pharmacist.