Pregnancy myths

Pregnancy myths you have heard

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The myth that certain foods can make it a boy (not realizing that gender or sex of the baby is determined at the time of fertilization).

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Carrying low means a boy; high means a girl – Baby’s position doesn’t predict gender.

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One myth is, not to eat anything that is warm. Egg , chicken, meat . This will result in miscarriage.

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Glowing complexion means a girl, while a duller complexion means a boy.

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If mother gains weight, it’s a girl and if weight gain is significantly less then it’s a boy.

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Consuming saffron-milk will make the baby fair.

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A pregnant woman should eat for two.

Truth:While nutritional needs increase, it doesn’t mean doubling the food intake. Overeating can lead to excessive weight gain and complications.

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Some believe it is unsafe to travel. But travelling is not restricted for pregnant women unless they are around their due date .

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Some believe that heartburn during pregnancy means the baby will have a lot of hair. There’s no scientific connection between heartburn and the baby’s hair growth.

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Myths have no logic or rationale behind them. :grinning_face_with_smiling_eyes::grinning_face_with_smiling_eyes:

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Don’t eat papaya or pineapple.

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That eating certain foods will effect the skin color of the baby. (fair/dark)

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