Pregnancy cravings: What do they mean and does everyone have them?

Pickles at midnight? Coffee suddenly unappealing? You’re not imagining things, pregnancy cravings and aversions are real, and they’re your body’s way of communicating. Up to 90% of pregnant women experience cravings, but what they mean (and how to handle them) isn’t always straightforward. In this article, Lisa Dreher, MS, RDN, LDN, breaks down the science behind why cravings happen, what they can tell you about your body, and how to satisfy them mindfully, from sweet and salty fixes to balanced blends that nourish you and your baby.