Pregnancy is a rollercoaster of emotions, strange cravings, and unexpected worries. One minute, you’re daydreaming about baby names. The next, you’re stressing over things that probably won’t even happen. Every mum-to-be has had at least a few weird thoughts along the way. If you’ve ever questioned your own pregnancy brain, you’re not alone. Here are 18 bizarre thoughts that every expecting mum has had at some point.
1. “What if the baby can hear my thoughts?”
We all know that babies can hear sounds from inside the womb. But what if they can do more than just hear? What if they can somehow pick up on your thoughts, too? One moment, you’re lovingly talking to your baby. The next, you’re wondering if they know you’re craving a third slice of cake. Could they sense when you’re stressed? Do they somehow know when you’re feeling guilty about eating junk food? It’s probably not possible—but that won’t stop your brain from overthinking it.
2. “What if I sneeze too hard and launch them out?”
Sneezing while pregnant is a whole new experience. Your body tenses up, and your belly feels tight for a split second. Sometimes, it even hurts. That’s when the irrational fear kicks in—what if a really strong sneeze sends the baby flying out? Logically, you know that’s not how it works. Your body is built to keep the baby safe and snug. But in the moment, it’s hard not to imagine the baby getting startled and thinking, “What was THAT?!”
3. “Will they like the same food I crave now?”
Pregnancy cravings can be intense. You suddenly need pickles at midnight or have an uncontrollable urge for a specific type of cereal. But does the baby get a taste of all this? What if they love what you’re eating now and demand it after birth? Will they cry for spicy tacos or refuse to drink milk because you never craved it? You might be shaping their taste buds without even realizing it. Or maybe they’ll rebel and hate everything you loved. Only time will tell.
4. “Can my baby get scared if I watch a horror movie?”
You jump when something scary happens on screen. Your heart races. Your body tenses. But what about the baby? Can they sense your fear? Are they in there, floating around peacefully, when suddenly they feel your panic? Maybe they get startled and wonder what’s happening in their cozy little space. You might start feeling guilty for exposing them to too much suspense—then immediately switch to a calm nature documentary to make up for it.
5. “What if my baby remembers life in the womb?”
Some people claim to have memories from before they were born. What if your baby actually remembers everything? Will they recall every song you played, every conversation you had, and every time you cried over something small? What if they remember you eating ice cream straight from the tub while watching reality TV? One day, they could grow up and say, “Mum, I remember hearing you argue about pizza toppings while I was inside.” Let’s hope they forget everything before they start talking.
6. “Can I accidentally squish them if I sleep wrong?”
Finding a comfortable sleeping position during pregnancy is an impossible task. You’re constantly tossing, turning, and adjusting pillows. But every time you roll over, you stop and wonder—did I just squish the baby? Are they getting pressed up against my organs? Will they be mad at me later for all this movement? The good news is that they’re well-cushioned in amniotic fluid. Still, that doesn’t stop the late-night guilt from creeping in.
7. “What if I start craving something totally weird?”
Cravings can be unpredictable. One minute, you want a perfectly normal sandwich. The next, you’re dipping fries into chocolate pudding. But what if it gets weirder? Some women experience pica, a condition that makes them crave non-food items like soap, chalk, or even dirt. You might start wondering if your next craving will be completely bizarre. Will you suddenly want to lick a bar of soap? Hopefully, your cravings stay in the edible range.
8. “Can my baby hear my embarrassing bathroom moments?”
Babies can hear everything that happens inside your body. Your heartbeat, digestion, and even your voice. But what about the other, um, natural sounds? Can they hear when you burp, hiccup, or worse? Will they recognize these sounds after birth and think, “Hey, that’s familiar!” The thought of your baby knowing all your little bodily noises is both funny and slightly embarrassing. Hopefully, they won’t remember any of it.
9. “What if my belly button never goes back to normal?”
At some point, your belly button will start changing. It might stretch, flatten, or even pop out completely. And that’s when the worry sets in—will it ever go back? Will you be stuck with a forever-outie? What if it changes shape entirely and never looks the same again? You start imagining worst-case scenarios, wondering if your belly button will look unrecognizable after birth. Most of the time, it returns to normal… but what if yours doesn’t?
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10. “Do they know when I’m dancing?”
Sometimes, you just have to move. Whether it’s a full-on dance session or a little wiggle in the kitchen, you start to wonder—can the baby feel it? Are they bouncing around in there like they’re on a trampoline? Are they enjoying it or getting motion sickness? Maybe they love the movement, or maybe they’re silently begging you to sit down. Either way, you’re giving them their first introduction to rhythm. Hopefully, they’ll come out with some dance skills.
11. “What if my water breaks in the most embarrassing place?”
You hear stories about dramatic water-breaking moments in grocery stores, during fancy dinners, or even at work meetings. What if yours happens at the worst possible time? You start mentally preparing escape routes for every situation. What if it happens in the checkout line, and you’re stuck explaining to the cashier that no, you didn’t just spill a drink? What if it happens while you’re giving a serious presentation? The possibilities are endless, and the fear of public embarrassment is real. In reality, it’s not always as dramatic as the movies, but the worry still lingers.
12. “Can my baby hear me argue with my partner?”
Pregnancy hormones make everything feel more intense. A simple disagreement about what to eat for dinner can turn into a full-on debate. Then, the thought creeps in—what if the baby can hear this? Are they picking sides? Will they come out preferring one parent over the other? What if they remember every little argument and bring it up when they’re older? You start trying to keep things calm, just in case your baby is listening and silently judging both of you.
13. “Will they like my taste in music?”
You spend months playing your favorite songs for the baby, hoping they’ll love them as much as you do. You imagine them coming into the world already appreciating your favorite band. But what if it backfires? What if they grow up hating every song you ever played? Worse—what if they end up loving a genre you can’t stand? You picture yourself sitting in a car years later, forced to listen to the one type of music you never thought you’d tolerate. All you can do now is hope your baby shares your taste—or at least develops decent musical preferences.
14. “What if I forget how to hold a baby?”
Everyone assumes that motherly instincts just kick in naturally. But what if they don’t? What if you completely forget how to hold a baby the second they hand yours to you? You start picturing yourself awkwardly fumbling with a newborn, worried you’ll hold them wrong. What if they start crying the second you pick them up? What if you somehow hold them in the least comfortable way possible? People say it all comes naturally, but the anxiety of getting it wrong still lingers.
15. “What if I accidentally say something weird during labor?”
Labor is intense, and pain can make people say wild things. What if you shout something completely bizarre and never live it down? Will the nurses secretly laugh about it later? What if you start talking nonsense mid-contraction? Maybe you’ll suddenly blurt out something embarrassing to your partner in front of the entire medical team. The fear of becoming “that patient with the weird labor story” is real. You just hope that whatever you say won’t be something people repeat for years.
16. “What if the baby has a full set of teeth at birth?”
Newborns are supposed to be tiny, soft, and toothless. But every so often, you hear about babies being born with teeth. And that’s when the thought strikes—what if mine comes out looking like a tiny vampire? Will I have to buy a baby toothbrush right away? Will they be able to chomp down while nursing? The idea of a baby flashing a full set of pearly whites is both hilarious and mildly terrifying. Chances are, your baby will be toothless like most newborns. But the possibility is strange enough to keep you wondering.
17. “What if my baby is born with a lot of hair… like, too much?”
Some babies are born bald, while others have thick heads of hair. But what if your baby has way more than expected? You start picturing a newborn with full-blown adult hair. Or worse—what if they have a little mustache or a back covered in fuzz? You wonder if all that heartburn people talk about really does mean a hairier baby. Will they need a haircut before they even leave the hospital? It’s probably unlikely, but you still can’t help but imagine the possibilities.
18. “Will I ever feel like myself again?”
Pregnancy changes everything—your body, your emotions, your energy levels. You start to wonder if you’ll ever feel like your old self again. Will your body go back to normal? Will you ever sleep properly again? Will your personality shift, and you won’t even recognize yourself anymore? These thoughts creep in, especially toward the end of pregnancy when everything feels overwhelming. The truth is, you will feel like yourself again—but it takes time, patience, and self-care. And when you do, you’ll have a little one who makes all those strange pregnancy thoughts feel totally worth it.
Pregnancy comes with plenty of strange thoughts, but you’re not alone. Every expecting mum has had at least a few of these weird worries. The good news? Most of them never come true.
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