Published on: 7/9/2025
Is there any evidence that itchy breasts during pregnancy can predict the baby's gender?
No, there is no scientific evidence that itchy breasts during pregnancy can predict the baby’s gender.
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Explanation
Itchy breasts are a common symptom during pregnancy and are usually caused by hormonal changes and skin stretching as the body prepares for breastfeeding. These changes can lead to dryness, increased sensitivity, and itchiness in the breast area.
Some cultural beliefs and myths suggest that specific pregnancy symptoms—like itchy skin or how a person carries the baby—can reveal the baby’s gender. However, medical research has not found any reliable link between these symptoms and fetal sex.
The only accurate ways to determine a baby's gender before birth are through medical tests such as ultrasound (after about 18–20 weeks), cell-free DNA blood tests, or other genetic screenings.
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- Hierl K, Croy I, & Schäfer L. (2021). Body Odours Sampled at Different Body Sites in Infants .... Brain Sciences, 8235221.
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