Pregnancy is a time of excitement and expectation, and expectant moms are frequently filled with questions, many of which, sadly, are founded on myth and superstition. Will my kid have brown patches if I consume coffee during my pregnancy? Is it possible that seeing a lunar eclipse can cause my child to develop a deformity? There are several myths, superstitions, and old wives' stories surrounding pregnancy, many of which are brilliantly deceptive yet are still widely believed and propagated. Here are nine amazing ones that are presented and disproved.
9 * The beauty of a mother
Girls, according to legend, take their mothers' beauty. A pregnant lady, on the other hand, might appreciate the tiny boy in her womb if she becomes more beautiful during her pregnancy. Of course, the fact is that morning sickness, fluctuating hormone levels, and an increasing baby belly make many pregnant women fatigued and acne-ridden, particularly in the first trimester. As a result, pregnant women are rarely at their pinnacle of attractiveness. And this is true whether the baby is a girl or a boy.
8 * Early morning sickness
According to common belief, the greater a woman's morning sickness, the more probable she is to be carrying a girl. According to an expert on the issue, it is most likely a myth. However, research indicates that there may be something to this one. According to a 2004 research, the proportion of women who delivered girls was marginally greater for women who sought treatment for nausea and vomiting during pregnancy compared to those who did not seek therapy.
7 * Give up the heat
Myth also holds that spicy foods consumed during pregnancy might cause blindness in the baby's eyes. Spicy meals have also been linked to miscarriages and labour induction. While those links may appear plausible to some, they are not true. Spicy meals, on the other hand, can increase a pregnant woman's risk of heartburn. Repeated heartburn during pregnancy may indicate that the baby will be born with a full head of hair, according to another old wives' storey.
6 * Nuchal cords and ropes
Superstition in certain cultures encourages pregnant women to avoid walking across ropes while pregnant, since doing so may result in a nuchal cord, in which the umbilical cord becomes knotted around the baby's neck. The myth has been expanded to incorporate electrical cables in the present day. Myth also advises avoiding lifting one's arms over one's head when pregnant, as this may result in a nuchal cord. None of the myths have a scientific foundation.
5 * Birth defects and hair
If a woman's hair is chopped while she is pregnant, the infant may experience eyesight issues. It's hard to imagine a natural mechanism that might explain the cause and effect represented by this belief. More contentious is the question of whether pregnant women should colour their hair. Hair colours have not been definitively linked to birth problems in humans, although doctors advise avoiding using them during the first trimester.
4 * The impact of the moon
The belief that the frequency with which infants are born rises during a full moon is one of the more strongly rooted myths of pregnancy. Even some medical personnel working in labour and delivery units believe this one, potentially strengthening the public's belief in the possibility of a genuine relationship. Despite significant research, experts have yet to discover a link between full moons and birth rates.
3 * Animals that are unsightly
According to an ancient wives' storey that persists in various cultures, if a pregnant lady stares at an unpleasant or ugly animal, her kid will resemble that animal. There is no data to back up the claim, and, more importantly, newborns cannot be unattractive.
2 * Please, no presents
Buying, receiving, or opening baby presents before the baby comes is thought to attract bad spirits or cause misfortune, such as a miscarriage, in various cultures. This one has the markings of superstition, since it is mainly based on fear and belief in magic. Similarly, some women fear that if the pregnancy is publicised too soon, the baby's soul would be terrified away (resulting in a miscarriage). This is also based on a misunderstanding of causation. Miscarriage is naturally more common in the first trimester than in the second and third trimesters. Announcing a pregnancy in the first few weeks has little effect on the chance of miscarriage.
1 * rubbing the stomach
According to an ancient wives' tale from China, a pregnant lady should avoid frequent massaging of her bulging stomach, no matter how tempting it may seem. Her infant will be spoilt if she overindulges. What the myth implies is exceedingly improbable. It is important to note, however, that by 10 weeks of gestation, the growing foetus can detect touch and respond when pushed through the mother's belly.
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