You probably expected that pregnancy would bring lots of strange food cravings (sweet pickles and granola anyone?), but what if you’re craving nonfood items like ice chips or even soap? This can ...

Pica refers to when a person craves or eats nonfood items, such as paint chips or sand. Most medical guides classify pica as an eating disorder. Some women may develop pica during pregnancy. People ...

Having strange food cravings is a normal part of pregnancy – in fact almost 40% of women report craving sweet and salty items during pregnancy, such as pickles and ice cream. This is perfectly fine as ...