20 Questions

Funny Questions to Ask a Pregnant Woman

Lighthearted, fun questions to ask a pregnant friend that celebrate the journey, spark laughter, and avoid invasive or stressful topics.

1

What's the weirdest pregnancy craving you've had so far?

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Why this works

Invites humor and sharing without being invasive or judgmental.

2

Have you started thinking of baby names, or is it a state secret?

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Why this works

Shows interest while respecting their privacy if they're keeping it under wraps.

3

What's the most ridiculous piece of pregnancy advice someone has given you?

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Why this works

Bonds over the absurdity of unsolicited advice everyone seems to have.

4

If the baby could send you a text right now, what do you think it would say?

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Why this works

Playful and imaginative, gets them laughing about the experience.

5

What's something you're surprisingly excited to eat after the baby arrives?

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Why this works

Acknowledges dietary restrictions with humor and anticipation.

6

Have you had any hilarious pregnancy brain moments?

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Why this works

Normalizes forgetfulness and invites funny stories.

7

What's the funniest thing someone has said or done since finding out you're pregnant?

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Why this works

Celebrates the absurdity of how people react to pregnancy news.

8

If you could give the baby a superpower, what would it be?

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Why this works

Whimsical and fun, sparks creativity and imagination.

9

What's the most unexpected perk of being pregnant?

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Why this works

Highlights the positive and surprising aspects of the experience.

10

Have you started nesting yet, and what's the weirdest thing you've organized?

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Why this works

Acknowledges the nesting instinct with humor.

11

What's the baby's favorite song or music so far?

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Why this works

Playful and sweet, invites stories about the baby's reactions.

12

If the baby could pick their first word, what do you hope it would be?

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Why this works

Fun hypothetical that gets them thinking about milestones.

13

What's the silliest thing you've Googled since getting pregnant?

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Why this works

Bonds over the anxiety-driven internet searches we all do.

14

Have you practiced your 'mom voice' yet?

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Why this works

Lighthearted and gets them laughing about future parenting moments.

15

What's the best part about being pregnant that no one talks about?

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Why this works

Invites them to share unexpected joys and hidden perks.

16

If you could fast-forward through one part of pregnancy, what would it be?

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Why this works

Acknowledges the hard parts with humor and empathy.

17

What's your go-to pregnancy excuse for getting out of things?

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Why this works

Playful and acknowledges the perks of having a built-in excuse.

18

Have you imagined what the baby's personality will be like?

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Why this works

Sweet and speculative, invites daydreaming about the future.

19

What's the funniest nickname you or your partner have given the baby bump?

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Why this works

Light and affectionate, celebrates the playful side of pregnancy.

20

What are you most looking forward to about meeting your baby?

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Why this works

Ends on a heartfelt note and centers on the joy ahead.

Talking to Pregnant Friends

Expert tips and techniques for getting the most out of these questions.

What to Do

Ask open-ended questions and let them share what they're comfortable with.
Listen more than you advise—they're getting enough unsolicited input.
Celebrate the joy and humor without dismissing the hard parts.
Respect their boundaries if they don't want to answer certain questions.

What to Avoid

Don't touch the belly without explicit permission.
Avoid horror stories about labor, complications, or 'just wait until...' warnings.
Don't comment on their body size, shape, or how they're 'carrying.'
Skip questions about conception, fertility struggles, or overly personal medical details.

How to Be Supportive

1
Offer specific help—'Can I bring you dinner?' beats 'Let me know if you need anything.'
2
Check in regularly without expecting immediate responses.
3
Celebrate milestones and be excited with them.
4
Acknowledge that pregnancy is hard and validate their feelings.

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