Pregnancy Predictions: Can Symptoms Really Reveal Your Baby’s Gender?

Let's break down some of the most popular "boy pregnancy signs" and separate fact from fiction!


Myth: If you don't have morning sickness, you are having a boy.
Fact: Nausea and vomiting happen in 70-80% of pregnant women, usually in the first trimester. Some have it the whole pregnancy; others never experience it. Hormonal changes decide morning sickness, not the sex of the baby.

Myth: If your right breast is larger than your left, you’re having a boy.
Fact: Breast size changes during pregnancy due to increased blood flow and hormonal shifts, preparing for breastfeeding. This happens regardless of the baby’s gender.


Myth: Pregnant women with cold feet are more likely to have a boy.
Fact: Cold feet can be a sign of poor circulation, diabetes, or cold weather and not your baby's gender. Consult your doctor if you are experiencing persistently cold feet.


Myth: Dark-colored urine means you're carrying a boy.
Fact: Urine color may vary based on hydration levels, diet, medication, and supplements. Dark urine can thus indicate dehydration but has nothing to do with your baby's gender.


Myth: If you are not experiencing major mood swings, you are having a boy.
Truth: Mood swings are due to hormonal changes and not baby gender. Some women get more emotional and tearful, while others remain stable-it depends on how your body reacts to pregnancy.


Myth: If you have cravings for salty or sour foods, you are more likely to have a boy.
Fact: Food cravings are driven by hormonal changes, nutritional deficiencies, and psychological factors. There's no scientific proof linking specific cravings to a baby's gender.


While it's fun to guess your baby's gender based on old wives' tales, none of these myths are backed by science. The only way to accurately determine gender before birth is through medical testing—which is illegal in many countries, including India.
So enjoy your pregnancy, ignore the myths, and get ready to welcome your little bundle of joy—boy or girl. They'll be perfect however!