The Bizarre Pregnancy Cravings: Beyond the Common Cravings
The stereotypical image of a pregnant woman craving ice cream or picking her nose with a pepperoni pizza craving seems cliché. However, true pregnant women can attest that these cravings are anything but common. Among the countless stories, some of the weirdest things people have craved or been drawn towards are as unique as they are curious.
An Unexpected Craving!
Not only common, but sometimes quite peculiar. Take my wife during pregnancy for example. She had an overwhelming craving for oranges—an absolute oddity! If you were to observe her, you might think she was barking orders for an endless supply of this citrus fruit. She would ask for oranges several times a day, incessantly. Strangely, once our son was born, the craving vanished, just like that!
Breaking Down Some Common and Uncommon Cravings
One of the more typical strange cravings is a love for Mexican food like Taco Bell’s Chicken Soft Taco Supreme. While some might dismiss this as just another Taco Bell fan, the chicken soft taco supreme is a remarkably balanced meal. Some might argue, however, that no food item consumed at Taco Bell can be truly balanced. Just one bite can change your perception of what “balanced” means.
The Unusual and the Exotic
Cravings take many forms. One person's 'normal' might just be another's weirdity. Take, for instance, the case of a pregnant woman who ordered a five-pound bag of gummy peaches off the internet. Yes, that's right, pregnant women do consume a lot of things, and sometimes, those things don't fit the norm. Another example, someone's peculiar choice of craving was the 'SEAFOOD SENSATIONS' sub from Subway, a sandwich that's only found in certain markets.
Then there is the craver of canned smoked oysters, a highly unusual choice, among many other strange cravings related to pineapple, garden salad, and even raw potatoes. Interestingly, an aversion to raw vegetables also exists, with one person craving garden salads without any frozen vegetables or large quantities of raw carrots. Another individual developed a strong affection for tangerines; more tangerines than one could imagine, but post-pregnancy, these became a hated fruit.
Uncommon Yet Enjoyable Cravings
On the other hand, some women experienced cravings that were more aligned with the common junk food variety. One of the more typical cravings was for ice cream, cookie dough, or even deep-fried Oreos and milkshakes. These cravings were not considered particularly strange or weird. Instead, they were just a lot of fun, and happily indulged in by the expectant mother.
Conclusion
Cravings during pregnancy can range from the bizarre and unexpected to the completely ordinary. From a box of gummy peaches to a love for taco Bell and a sudden addiction to ice cream, each pregnancy journey is unique, and the food cravings that accompany them can offer a fascinating insight into a mother-to-be's experience. Whether they are strange or common, these cravings play a significant role in making each pregnancy journey a bit more memorable than the one before.