I want to eat strange things, like laundry detergent and clay. What is wrong with me?
The answer is nothing. This is a symptom called Pica that sometimes occurs in pregnant women. Experts suspect that it is the bodys way of telling you that there is a deficiency in one or minerals needed during your pregnancy. It is important that you do not eat anything other than food. Call your doctor to discuss these cravings. More than likely, you will be prescribed a multi-mineral supplement that will curb the cravings by giving your body what it needs in an acceptable form.
