Discover all the ways to predict your baby's gender, from accurate medical tests to fun traditional methods. Learn what works, what doesn't, and when you can find out.
Use multiple prediction methods together and see what they suggest about your baby's gender. Just for fun - remember, only medical tests are accurate!
Try Gender Predictor ToolThe most common and reliable method used during routine prenatal checkups
How it works: Ultrasound technician examines baby's genital development to determine sex
Blood test that analyzes fetal DNA circulating in mother's bloodstream
How it works: Detects Y chromosome presence to determine if baby is male or female
Invasive diagnostic test usually done for genetic screening
How it works: Analyzes fetal cells from amniotic fluid to determine chromosomal makeup
Early diagnostic test that samples placental tissue
How it works: Analyzes chromosomes from placental cells to determine baby's sex
External genitals start forming but look identical for boys and girls
Cell-free DNA testing can determine gender with 99%+ accuracy
Method: Blood test
Experienced technicians may see early signs, but not definitive
External genitals become more distinguishable but still developing
Standard ultrasound appointment where gender is typically revealed
Method: Ultrasound
Gender is clearly visible on ultrasound unless baby is in difficult position
Method: Ultrasound
These methods are entertaining but have no scientific basis. They're essentially 50/50 guesses - perfect for baby shower games and family fun, but don't rely on them for accuracy.
Ancient chart based on mother's age and conception month
How it works: Uses lunar calendar to predict gender based on maternal age and month of conception
Claims baby's heart rate indicates gender
How it works: Theory: over 140 bpm = girl, under 140 bpm = boy
High and round vs low and wide belly shapes
How it works: High/round belly = girl, low/wide belly = boy (according to folklore)
Severe morning sickness supposedly indicates a girl
How it works: Theory: higher hormone levels with girls cause more nausea
Pregnancy glow vs skin problems
How it works: Girls 'steal mother's beauty' while boys give a 'glow'
Sweet vs salty/sour cravings
How it works: Sweet cravings = girl, salty/sour cravings = boy
Belly shape is determined by baby's position, your body type, and muscle tone - not gender
Morning sickness severity varies greatly and isn't reliably linked to gender
Fetal heart rate changes throughout pregnancy and isn't gender-specific
Cravings are influenced by nutritional needs and personal preferences, not gender
Pendulum movements are caused by tiny hand movements, not baby's gender
NIPT blood test available (99%+ accurate)
Standard ultrasound anatomy scan (95-99% accurate)
Gender clearly visible on ultrasound
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