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Have you had dreams about baby gender, like dreaming of a baby girl or boy? Even before your little one arrives, pregnancy delivers a world of changes. You may notice thicker hair, a superpowered sense of smell, and curious cravings that make your partner cringe (peanut butter with a side of pickles, anyone?). You may also experience changes within the world of your dreams, particularly vivid dreams of having a cute baby boy. Does dreaming of having a baby boy mean you’re actually growing one? While your dreams may not be the most accurate gender predictor, they can shed light on how you feel about your pregnancy, your family’s upcoming addition, and your journey into motherhood. What’s Below:
Dreaming 101: The Psychology and Biology of DreamsSince the beginning of time, humans have been intrigued and fascinated by dreams. As far back as 5000 years ago, Mesopotamians recorded their dreams on clay tablets, believing these nightly thoughts and images were messages from the gods, and prophecies of the future. Despite scientific advancements, dreaming remains an elusive phenomenon. To better understand why we dream and what our dreams signify, scientists and psychologists have studied brain function during dream states and developed theories that may unlock the secrets behind the mysterious world of dreams. What are dreams biologically speaking?If you asked a biologist to explain dreams, she would say that a dream is a vivid hallucination that happens in certain stages of sleep. Though our experience of sleep may feel like one constant state, we actually go through several stages of sleep during the night—three stages of non-rapid eye movement sleep (NREM) and one stage of rapid eye movement sleep (REM). While NREM stages are characterized by slowed brain activity, the REM stage is distinct in that our brain activity resembles our awake state. Scientists believe it is this increase in brain activity that causes the (sometimes wacky) hallucinations we call dreams. Biologists aren’t sure why the brain leaps into action during REM sleep and what purpose our dreams serve. Some theories are that dreams:
What are dreams psychologically speaking?For psychologists, dreams are a treasure trove of hidden emotions, thoughts, and desires. Rather than studying the physical brain activity that occurs while we dream like biologists, psychologists focus instead on exploring the metaphorical dream meaning. Psychological theories of why we dream include:
What does it mean if you’re dreaming of a baby boy?As you’re growing your baby, you may find your dreams are filled with more, well, babies. Studies show that during pregnancy, baby dreams are more likely to include imagery related to pregnancy, childbirth, and children. In fact, in one study of 88 pregnant women, 67% reported experiencing dreams of their pregnancy and baby. What does it mean if your baby dream is filled with little gentlemen rather than little ladies? Like other aspects of dreams, there are varying theories on what it means to have a newborn baby boy dream while being a pregnant woman. 4 Common Beliefs and Myths Behind Baby Boy DreamsWhile scientists haven’t found a link between dreaming of giving birth to a male child and actually giving birth to a boy, baby boy dreams may not be completely void of meaning. Throughout history, scientists, psychologists, and dream researchers alike have posited interesting theories on what it means to dream of baby boys while pregnant. According to these theories, dreaming of an angelic baby boy may symbolize:
What Pregnancy & Dreaming May Suggest About Your RealityThough your uterus isn’t necessarily working with your brain to tell you Hey, there’s a little man in here, the physical changes you experience during pregnancy can nonetheless have an impact on the imaginary world of your dreams, and often shed light on things going on in your life. In fact, during pregnancy, the quality and prevalence of your dreams are affected by:
This may explain why pregnant women often report dreaming more vividly than usual, as frequent sleep disturbances occur with an increased need to pee, indigestion or heartburn, and general discomfort sleeping with a baby bump. With any vivid dream about a baby boy comes a great opportunity to look into your real life and do a bit of dream interpretation of your own. For example, if you dream of your baby boy growing up, and you have a new project starting at work, perhaps your subconscious mind is telling you that it’s time to embrace the near future change. Each dream is unique to you and your life circumstances; treat your dreams like a metaphor for your waking life and see what you can learn. Common Pregnancy Dreams (And What They Mean for Mom)As your baby and belly continue to grow, so does the world of your dreams. But it isn’t just the frequency of dreams that increases with pregnancy. According to dream expert Dr. Patricia Garfield, the content of your dreams may also fluctuate as you progress through each pregnancy trimester. First Trimester DreamsCommon dreams women experience during their first trimester include:
Second Trimester DreamsOnce you’ve entered your second trimester, you may notice dreams involving:
Third Trimester DreamsMany expectant mothers find their pregnancy dreams peak during the third trimester. This may be due to more frequent sleep disruptions causing increased memory of dreams, and increased anticipation surrounding the upcoming birth. Common third trimester dreams can include:
Dreaming to Learn Your Baby’s Gender Sooner? Say Hello to SneakPeekAlthough a vivid and detailed pregnancy related dream can’t provide a crystal ball-like glimpse into your future, they can give you a peek into your subconscious feelings surrounding the greatest dream of all—becoming a mom to your little miracle. Dreaming of more accurate insight? SneakPeek’s At-Home Early Gender Predictor Test can reveal your baby’s gender as early as 7 weeks into pregnancy with 99.9% accuracy. Simply order your kit online, take a DNA sample, and mail your kit back to SneakPeek Labs in our pre-paid package. With our FastTrack option, you can receive results the same day we receive your sample. Don’t just dream of your baby’s gender. Discover it with SneakPeek.
This post has been reviewed for accuracy by the following medical professional: Katie Phillips, MSN, CNM, APRN Nurse midwife and mom to 5 kiddos ranging in age from 7-20 and a chocolate lab. I own my own birthing center, which is the first and only one in Bay County, Florida. I love the beach, swimming, horseback riding, and reading. Sources:
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