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.
1What's the weirdest pregnancy craving you've had so far?
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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.
2Have you started thinking of baby names, or is it a state secret?
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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.
3What's the most ridiculous piece of pregnancy advice someone has given you?
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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.
4If the baby could send you a text right now, what do you think it would say?
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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.
5What's something you're surprisingly excited to eat after the baby arrives?
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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.
6Have you had any hilarious pregnancy brain moments?
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Have you had any hilarious pregnancy brain moments?
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Why this works
Normalizes forgetfulness and invites funny stories.
7What's the funniest thing someone has said or done since finding out you're pregnant?
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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.
8If you could give the baby a superpower, what would it be?
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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.
9What's the most unexpected perk of being pregnant?
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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.
10Have you started nesting yet, and what's the weirdest thing you've organized?
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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.
11What's the baby's favorite song or music so far?
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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.
12If the baby could pick their first word, what do you hope it would be?
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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.
13What's the silliest thing you've Googled since getting pregnant?
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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.
14Have you practiced your 'mom voice' yet?
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Have you practiced your 'mom voice' yet?
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Why this works
Lighthearted and gets them laughing about future parenting moments.
15What's the best part about being pregnant that no one talks about?
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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.
16If you could fast-forward through one part of pregnancy, what would it be?
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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.
17What's your go-to pregnancy excuse for getting out of things?
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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.
18Have you imagined what the baby's personality will be like?
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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.
19What's the funniest nickname you or your partner have given the baby bump?
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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.
20What are you most looking forward to about meeting your baby?
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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.