Folk omens and superstitions about pregnancy

28.05.2023 02:05

For centuries, people have been looking for ways to predict pregnancy and know the sex of the baby long before medical methods.

Therefore, it is not surprising that with pregnancy you can encounter a huge number of folk signs and superstitions.

Belly shape

For centuries, people have believed that the shape of a woman's belly can indicate the sex of her unborn child.

According to popular belief, a round belly predicts the birth of a boy, while a more pointed belly indicates a girl.

Some explain this by the difference in the position of the baby in the womb or by the peculiarities of the mother's figure.

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Boys are low and girls are higher

According to popular belief, when the belly is low, it indicates a boy, and when the belly is higher, it predicts the birth of a girl.

The sign is based on the assumption that the sex of the child can influence the position of the uterus and the fetus in the womb.

The Moon and the Gender of the Child

Many believe that there is a connection between the phases of the moon and the sex of the unborn child.

According to beliefs, if it is conceived during the full moon or new moon, then this predicts the birth of a boy or a girl, respectively.

Desire to eat sour or sweet foods: Predicting gender

According to popular belief, if a pregnant woman experiences a strong desire for sweet foods, this indicates that she is expecting a girl.

If the desire is directed towards sour or salty food, then this predicts the birth of a boy.

Elena Gutyro Author: Elena Gutyro Internet resource editor


Content
  1. Belly shape
  2. Boys are low and girls are higher
  3. The Moon and the Gender of the Child
  4. Desire to eat sour or sweet foods: Predicting gender