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I used to sprinkle Kerosene in my house, the smell was… Weird cravings Kenyan women have during pregnancy and how they handle them

Due to hormonal changes and nutrient deficiency, cravings during pregnancy is pretty normal among most women. However, some women report powerful desires for some very strange things, such as soil, soap, polystyrene, charcoal, chalk and even cigarette ash. It’s downright ridiculous!

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