Pregnancy Cravings!

When do pregnancy cravings start?

Pregnancy cravings can start at any time during pregnancy, cravings are most common in the first trimester of pregnancy.
Up to 90% of people experience pregnancy cravings, we don’t just get cravings during pregnancy. In fact, studies show that 68% to 97% of college-aged men and women reported experiencing food cravings.

The different types of food cravings we have during pregnancy:

First trimester – Savory foods
Second trimester – Sweet foods
Third trimester – Salty foods

Is there a link between the sex of your baby and pregnancy cravings?

There is no evidence to suggest that pregnancy cravings are linked to the sex of your baby. You may have heard that if you are craving sweet foods then you are having a girl and if you crave salty savoury foods, you are having a boy. There is no evidence to suggest this.

No pregnancy cravings: is this normal?

If you do not have any pregnancy cravings then do NOT panic, this is also normal and you don’t need to worry about this. 10%-50% of pregnant people will NOT experience food cravings. Every pregnancy is different, and if you have any concerns, your midwife will be able to provide you with tailored advice just for you.