Take The Pregnancy Craving Quiz And We’ll Reveal The Perfect Baby Name
- by Erica Blair
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The perfect name speaks volumes about the person.
Sure, we all have our own personalities and tastes that shape the way the world looks at us, but there is an undeniable charm to certain names. These days old-school names are coming back into fashion, leading to a whole new crop of adorable Henrys and teeny-tiny Ruths! There are certain names that will never go out of fashion like Jennifer or William and others that had their place in the sun and are fading quickly. Who remembers that time during the height of Harry Potter mania where tons of little girls were named Hermione? Similarly, Alice and Edward are still riding high- most likely because of the boost that they got from Twilight!
Pop culture is not the only thing that inspires baby names. The desire to be both classic and different fuels our need to come up with the perfect name. That's why names that are so last century are coming back into fashion. When it comes to naming the new little bundle of joy, there are many things to take into account. Fortunately, there is a sure-fire way to figure out the perfect name by listening to our stomachs, or more specifically, our pregnancy cravings!
Popsicles
Most of us have a deep rooted love of popsicles. How can we not? They are creamy, portable, icy, sugary goodness! Nostalgic value aside, popsicles are one of the most popular snacks of summer… and the tasty treat that pregnant women crave the most. Who loves these frozen treats, and who could pass on them? Choose the best selection below.
Tuna Salad
Tuna salad is one of the most popular sandwich fillings in the country- for very good reason! It combines salty tuna and crunchy celery in a creamy mayo spread that is good in everything from tuna melts to individual celery stalks. Some pregnant women can’t get enough of it and actually love to eat it straight out of the bowl.
Tacos
Most of us crave tacos whether we are pregnant or not, but these crunchy, meaty, spicy creations have a special place in the heart of expectant mothers. Tacos are one of the most cravable foods during the first and second trimester of a pregnancy. Who loves these cheesy, crunchy and meaty treats? Choose the selection that makes the most sense below.
Spicy Food
Some pregnant women don’t crave a specific food- they crave a flavor. Spicy food is popular with expectant mothers because it delivers big on flavor and satisfies those tastebuds. Some pregnant women have even described eating fresh chilis to get their fix! Who loves it spicy and who would prefer to cool things down just a little bit? Choose below.
Milkshakes
Milkshakes bring all the pregnant women to the yard! These creamy, dreamy ice-cream based beverages are so popular among expectant mothers that some have up to three or four a day. Just like spicy flavors, sweet flavors are intensified during a pregnancy which is probably why so many women crave sugary treats during the nine months before birth.
Shrimp
These tasty treats from the sea are one of the most cravable foods for pregnant women because they contain some seriously important nutrients and also taste incredible! Whether dipped in cocktail sauce, served on top of pasta, or simply drenched in butter and grilled, shrimp are delectable and delicious. Who is totally craving a steaming plate of shrimp right now?
Salsa
Some like it spicy! Salsa is the best companion for a plate of fresh tortilla chips, a good topping for nachos, and a secret ingredient that makes navy bean and black bean soups shine! Pregnant women like to eat salsa straight out of the jar. They are not messing around! Who would grab a soup spoon and the jar of salsa and who would pass?
Ramen Noodles
This college staple is largely embraced by pregnant women because it satisfies their salt and spicy cravings and it’s portable, delcious and ready in a matter of minutes. Ramen noodles come in a ton of different flavors and chicken seems to be the one that expectant mothers see in their dreams. Who wants to run out and grab some right now?
Potato Chips
Let’s be honest- potato chips are a craving all of the time, but pregnant women feel the call of crunchy, salty potatoes more than just about anyone. Most of us can’t just eat one chip, but pregnant women can barely just eat one bag. Potato chips rank among the top cravings felt by expectant women. Choose a craving level below.
Pot Stickers
Pot stickers might seem like a bit of an unconventional craving, but stick with us on this one. They actually address all of the usual cravings that pregnant women have. The inside is savory, the outside is crunchy and full of craving busting carbs. They are served with a sauce that has a hint of sweet in it. Ticks off all the boxes!
Pickles
Cucumbers do not rate highly on the list of cravable foods, but their tangy, sour and salty counterpart sure does! Pickles are synonymous with expectant mothers to the point where they’ve actually become something of a joke! Sometimes expectant mothers will combine pickles with sweet food like ice cream. Other times they just eat them plain or even drink the brine.
Peanut Butter
Peanut butter is possibly the most perfect food that has ever existed. Whether it is spread on celery, slathered on toast or eaten straight from the jar, it always tastes just like our childhoods. Peanut butter is rich in good fats, salt and is a little sweet so there is no wonder that it is one of the most cravable pregnancy foods.
Pasta
Pasta is the ultimate comfort food, so it shouldn’t be surprising that women who are expecting crave this food more than just about any other one. Dressed up in red sauce, cheese or loaded with vegetables and meat- any pasta dish is a big bowl of wholesome flavor that is bursting with carbs. It is what pregnant women crave more than anything!
Pancakes
This breakfast staple is craved by expectant mothers 24/7. For pregnant women, pancake time can be breakfast, lunch, dinner or any other time of the day! The combination of warm, flavor rich pancakes with sweet syrup and toppings is irresistible to many women who are expecting. Who agrees with them? Tell us how cravable pancakes are with the choices below.
Crackers
This simple snack can go well with a block of cheddar cheese, a tub of creamy hummus, a bowl of hearty soup or just be enjoyed on its own! Some expectant mothers love to dig into a big box of crackers and polish off the whole thing without any toppings at all. Others will spread peanut butter on a sleeve of saltines.
Vinegar
Vinegar might seem like a funny one to include in this list, but bear with us. It is one of the flavors that we crave, even if we are not in the business of slurping apple cider vinegar right out of the jug. Some pregnant women pour vinegar on everything. Others mix it into their drinks? Who loves the taste of vinegar?
Orange Juice
This breakfast staple is one of the beverages that women who are expecting crave the most. Orange juice- whether processed or freshly squeezed- has that signature tang that distinguishes it from most other drinks. It’s that flavor that makes it so attractive to pregnant women! Who wants to pour themselves a huge glass of OJ right now? Who would pass?
Red Meat
Pregnant women need a lot of iron in their diets so it should come as no surprise that red meat is one of the most cravable foods on this list. Whether it is a juicy prime rib or some slow cooked meat balls, women who are expecting to give birth crave a lot of red meat! Who else does? Choose below.
Mashed Potatoes
Some women go through periods of morning sickness where they can’t keep anything down but creamy, delicious, gravy drenched potatoes. Even women who never were overly fond of these mushy potatoes find themselves craving this savory side when they are expecting. Who agrees that mashed potatoes are one of the best sides out there? Who could take or leave them?
Cupcakes
Everyone’s favorite tiny cake makes the list because it is the perfect portable sugar rush. Cupcakes are also small enough that we can eat several of them and barely feel full. That means that nobody has to commit to just one flavor! Want chocolate and vanilla? Have both! Who has a deep love for cupcakes? Who thinks they are overrated?
Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Is there any combination that is more comforting than the standard grilled cheese and tomato soup? On a cold winter day after school we’d rush home and look forward to binging on cartoons while eating little triangles of toasted sandwich stuffed with ooey gooey cheese. Heaven! Pregnant women love comfort food so grilled cheese is high on the list! Yummy!
Mac and Cheese
In the same vein as grilled cheese we have macaroni and cheese. This decadent comfort food staple combines two of the best foods in the world; cheese and pasta. Together they make a meal that is guaranteed to stick to our ribs and fill our bellies with yummy goodness. Expectant mothers crave this carby, cheesy meal for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Lobster
Lobster might seem like a strange one to include in the quiz, but trust us, pregnant women love this sophisticated seafood especially when it is swimming in butter sauce. Lobster is both decadent and an amazing comfort food so it ticks off a lot of categories. Even women who don’t like seafood normally will find themselves craving lobster while expecting.
Lemonade
Lemonade is the ultimate beverage of summer… and it is also the most cravable drink for pregnant women. The combination of citrus and sugar seems to be magic for those who are expecting. Lemons and lemon products have a special pull over women who are expecting to give birth and this sugary sweet treat is one of the most cravable beverages ever!
Ice
Many pregnant women report that there is nothing better than chewing on some ice. For some reason, crunching on ice is one of the most cathartic ways for pregnant women to relieve stress and many expectant women straight up crave ice! Who thinks that this sounds weird? Who wants to crunch on a big cup of ice right now? Choose below.
Hot Dogs
Everyone’s favorite ballpark food is also a not-so-secret craving of pregnant women. Whether loaded up with ketchup, mustard, and relish or smothered in cheese and chili, hot dogs are one of the world’s most perfect food. Salty, cheesy and meaty, they top the list as one of the most cravable foods for women who are expecting. Who loves this delicious treat?
Cheese
It is the time in the quiz when we start to get really serious…. That’s right, we’re talking about the mother of all cravings here- cheese! Who doesn’t love a slice of sharp cheddar cheese, or a gooey spoonful of brie spread on toast? There is something incredibly cravable about cheese anytime- but it has a special hold over pregnant women.
Hot Chocolate
Winter’s favorite beverage is the cravable drink of pregnant women at any time of year. Winter, spring, summer or fall- those who are expecting want to gulp down mugs of this sweet, warm, chocolatey beverage! Even better when crowned with marshmallows, these cups of comfort are one of the top cravings of women who are expecting! Who loves hot chocolate?
Sugar
Why have chocolate or candy when one can go straight to the source? Some expectant mothers love to chew on sugar cubes to satisfy those sweet cravings. Some even put sugar on unconventional dishes like hearty soups or meat! Who lives for the sugar rush and who could do without their sweet fix? Pick the best option from the four below.
Grapes
Not all pregnancy cravings are unhealthy. Some women crave fruit! Grapes contain important nutrients that are crucial for a smooth and healthy pregnancy- and they also hit that sweet spot. Many expectant mothers will toss a bag of grapes in the fridge and enjoy them as an icy, sweet and healthy snack. Who wants to run out and buy a bag right now?
Candy
Everyone loves candy, especially pregnant women. Candy is portable, delicious and it delivers that sweet jolt that we all need from time to time. Expectant mothers are notorious for having a strong sweet tooth so anyone can bet that their purses, work drawers and glove compartments are full of hard candies. Who has a similar candy obsession? Choose an answer below.
Chocolate
Although chocolate technically qualifies as a candy, it deserves its own spot on this list. Chocolate is one of the world’s ultimate comfort foods and has been used to soothe ruffled emotions and moods for centuries. Pregnant women love this combination of cocoa, sugar and milk and have been known to eat entire boxes of chocolates. Who agrees with them?
Fruit Salad
As we mentioned earlier with grapes, fruit is one of the surprise cravings of expectant mothers. Fruit contains tons of nutrients and has a sweet side that is so cravable and delicious. Why have just one fruit when we can have many fruits in salad form? Pregnant women report that they want to eat piles of fruit salad. Who can blame them?
Cheetos
Cheetos have perfected the art of salty goodness. The only downside to these crunchy orange neon colored treats is that they stain our fingers. It is a small price to pay! This snack food has a near cult following and is loved by everyone, but especially women who are expecting. They put Cheetos on everything from sandwiches to ice cream!
Leafy Greens
It might seem like a stretch to go from Cheetos to leafy greens, but bear with us. As strange as it sounds, many pregnant women actually crave different types of greens when they are expecting. It might have something to do with the nutrients that are found in these types of super foods. Who knows? Let us know who craves leafy greens.
French Fries
French fries just might be the perfect vegetable. They are a vegetable, right? These deep-fried potato sticks are delicious when smothered in cheese sauce, ketchup, mayo or just doused in salt and vinegar. Who does not love french fries? Pregnant women will scarf french fries down by the truckload! Who thinks that french fries are the perfect food? Who could take or leave them?
Eggs
Eggs are one of the most versatile breakfast foods. They can also debut in salads or quiches for a quick lunch or dinner. Women who are expecting crave eggs all of the time. Maybe it is the protein? Maybe the salt? Whatever the reason, pregnant women can’t get enough. Who loves eggs any time of the day? Who wants to take a pass?
Lemons
Earlier in the quiz we mentioned that pregnant women have a special fondness for lemon flavored treats, so of course they like these tart and sour fruits all by themselves. Whether expectant mothers are squeezing lemon into their water or even eating these fruits all by themselves, these yellow citrus fruits always take center stage. Who loves lemons? Choose below.
Donuts
Donuts rival cupcakes in being the most perfect sweet snack food in the entire world. First of all, they are totally portable and anyone can eat one without getting completely full. Secondly, one can get as creative as they want with a donut. There are a whole galaxy of flavors to choose from, which means that many cravings can be addressed in one bite!
Cottage Cheese
Cottage cheese might be the ultimate guilt free food, but there is something about this salty, creamy dish that makes pregnant women go wild. Some top it with fruit, others with savory chilis and spices. One of the greatest things about cottage cheese is that it actually takes on the flavors of what it is combined with- making it totally versatile!
Olives
Olives are a great snack food because they are tiny little salty gems of briny, hearty goodness. Whether sprinkled on a pizza or crowning a salad, olives are totally cravable when paired with other foods- but expectant mothers like to eat them plain. Many say that they will open up a can of olives and eat the whole thing with a spoon!
Cookies
Chocolate chip, peanut butter, snickerdoodle or oatmeal raisin- there is no wrong kind of cookie. We might have our personal preferences, but we can all agree with these round little sugary bites of joy taste amazing when fresh out of the oven. Expectant mothers crave cookies, and have been known to eat their way through dozens of them in one sitting!
Coffee
Pregnant women should limit their coffee intake, which is probably why they crave it so much! Instead of the usual several cups of joe a day, expectant mothers need to keep it to one per day maximum. Maybe that’s why they dream in coffee! Whether it is a warm pumpkin latte or an iced mocha, pregnant women love their coffee!
Bacon
Bacon is such a craveable food that it has its own personal cult following. There are bacon clubs and a few years back, this crisp breakfast food found its way into dinner entrees and even sprinkled on top of sweet foods. It’s no wonder why. Bacon is salty, crunchy and meaty- exactly the combination that pregnant women tend to crave.
Cheesecake
Cheesecake is one of those amazing desserts that can be dressed up with almost anything. Whether drizzled with caramel, sprinkled with chocolate, or smothered in sweet cherry preserves, cheesecake is endlessly customizable. Although it is amazing on its own, it is even better when paired with another sweet treat. Pregnant women can’t get enough cheesecake. It is one of the most popular cravings.
Cereal
Cereal is one of the easiest and most satisfying meals to prepare. All we need is a dash of milk and we have a complete breakfast, lunch or dinner. Perhaps its the combination of satisfying food and easy meal preparation that makes cereal one of the most popular cravable foods for expectant mothers. Who loves cereal? Who could go without it?
Bagels
Whether we top them with smoked salmon and capers, cream cheese and fruit, or even lunch meat and hummus, bagels are incredibly popular. They act as a backdrop for all of our favorite toppings, a great way to tide us over between meals, and a portable, satisfying way to get our carb and protein fix. Who thinks bagels are completely cravable?
Pizza
Most of us crave pizza now and then, but for pregnant women, pizza is a must-have. Whether it’s New York or Chicago style, heavy or light on the sauce, topped with just cheese or loaded, pizza is one of the ultimate comfort foods. Expectant mothers have been known to eat an entire large pie in a single sitting. Who is with them?
Ice-Cream
When we think of pregnant women, what is one of the first things that comes to mind? Ice-cream and pickles, right? Well, we already covered the pickles earlier in the quiz so now it’s time to get to the ice-cream. Ice-cream is totally cravable because it is both sweet and cold, two qualities that pregnant women look for in their food.
Salt
Let’s end on a salty note! Pregnant women are notorious for their strange food combinations, and much of that stems from the desire to add salt to sweet foods and sugar to savory foods. Some expectant mothers actually crave spoonfuls of salt. Nobody really understands where this salt fixation comes from, but we know that many pregnant women say that they had a serious salt craving while expecting!
