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Wired cravings 😣

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I been craving for Edible dirt mud for so long And I can't seem to find a nice dirt, Whenever I go outside to look for it all I see is dirt filled With rocks or dead worms Eewww Yukk 😝 (Hate hate hate worms ) I need serious help because thinking about about dirt just gives me Headache and lots of droll πŸ˜‚

At the same time I don't want it to hurt my baby

#4monthspregnant

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137owl

I think it's fairly common. Have a word with your midwife or doctor about it as they may recommend vitamin or mineral supplements. It's called pica.

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VRT102

Don't worry yourself about it! I craved wall plaster and it turned out I was really quite anaemic, so make sure you get some blood tests done and I'm sure you'll find the root cause. I'd suggest resisting temptation though, I know it's difficult but it's the only way to be safe x

in reply to VRT102

Thank you I'll make sure I get the blood test done by next week.

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LottyB

When my mum was pregnant with me she craved charcoal! Definitely agree with these ladies, ask your midwife about it. 😊 x

in reply to LottyB

I also crave Charcoal but I stop myself from eating it

I'm so over protective About my baby

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LottyB in reply to

Bless you! I craved cheese when I was pregnant. Such a boring craving! πŸ˜† x

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Hanhan

Craving dirt/soil is a symptom of iron deficiency.

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smallcat

Avoid having any dirt/soil ever as it may contain toxoplasmosis which can harm the baby. Get some good pregnancy supplements, iron should be in these too.

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