Go Fish was developed by Michelle Judge PhD, RD, CD-N, Assistant Professor at the University of Connecticut School of Nursing, as an informational resource for obstetric practitioners regarding the promotion of safe and adequate long chain omega-3 fatty acid consumption for optimal pregnancy outcomes. Dr. Judge has an established research program in the area of long chain omega-3 fatty acids in maternal and infant health outcomes.  This website was developed in response to a national needs assessment survey she conducted with Certified Nurse Midwives identifying a need for more education and information surrounding safe dietary and supplemental sources of long chain omega-3 fatty acids and funded by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.  In addition to fish, there are a multitude of commercial foods and supplements available as an alternative source of long chain omega-3 fatty acids adding a level of complexity to nutritional advising in this population.

Our mission is to serve as an informational resource to obstetric practitioners leading to consistent nutritional recommendations surrounding long chain omega-3 fatty acid consumption for pregnant women and women of childbearing age.  This site highlights foods and supplemental products available for general consumption and those targeting pregnant women, young infants, and toddlers.  Additionally, we aim to strengthen the knowledge base if obstetric practitioners by providing an overview of current recommendations and research related to i.) Optimal intake of long chain omega-3 fatty acids; ii.) Guidelines for safe fish consumption; and iii.) Links between long chain omega-3 fatty acid intake and health outcomes during pregnancy, childbearing and childrearing years.

The development of the Go Fish site was generously supported by the Connecticut Sea Grant (CTSG) who collaborates with maritime industries and coastal communities to identify needs, and fund research, outreach, and educational activities that have special relevance to Connecticut and Long Island Sound.  Development was also funded in part by the Seafood Industry Research Fund (SIRF).