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Pica

A condition involving cravings for non-food items, which in pregnancy may be linked with iron deficiency or other concerns.

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Do cravings predict baby gender

Do cravings predict baby gender

The short answer: cravings are not a gender test Cravings are one of the most memorable parts of pregnancy, but they are not a reliable predictor of baby gender. A craving for sweets is often said to mean a girl, while salty or protein-heavy foods are said to mean a boy. Other versions of the […]

Is it true you eat for two during pregnancy

Is it true you eat for two during pregnancy

What “eating for two” gets wrong The developing fetus depends on the pregnant person for energy, amino acids, fatty acids, glucose, micronutrients, oxygen, and placental support. That reality is sometimes simplified into “you are eating for two.” Biologically, however, the second “person” is not another adult with adult calorie needs. Early in pregnancy, the embryo […]