PIZZA DIPPED IN ICING
Sweet and savory cravings may signal blood sugar fluctuations or dopaminergic cravings, topics studied in perinatal psychology.
THE PLACENTA IS A WHOLE NEW ORGAN
It supports oxygen, nutrition, and hormone production. OBs assess it during placental Doppler imaging and second-trimester scans.
THE BABY’S CELLS REPAIR YOUR DAMAGED TISSUES
This is called fetomaternal microchimerism—a subject of active research in regenerative medicine and fetal cell therapy.
SARDINES AND BLUEBERRIES COMBO
These cravings reflect brain-beneficial omega-3 and antioxidant needs, vital for fetal neurological development.
THE EXPLANATION BEHIND WEIRD CRAVINGS
Cravings during pregnancy stem from hormonal imbalances, nutritional deficiencies, or sensory overstimulation. Most are harmless but should be monitored by a licensed maternity nutritionist.
