Babies are the cutest little bundles of joy! But when you have your own little one, how do you know what it will be? For centuries, folk tales have made guesses about babies before they’re born…and that’s exactly what we’re going to do for you!
Remember, these are fun questions that will predict your baby's sex, not their gender. Gender is a much more complex and nuanced concept that revolves around a person’s perception of themselves as they grow and develop. While the term "sex" just refers to the biological classification of the baby of birth.
So, what are you waiting for? Hit “Start Quiz” to see if you’re having a boy or a girl.
Questions Overview
- Salty snacks
- Sweet treats
- Left
- Right
- Oily and acne-ridden
- Dry and acne-free
- Healthy
- Lackluster
- Pretty graceful
- Super clumsy
- Chill and relaxed
- Stressed and unhappy
- Definitely
- Not really
- I'm actually pregnant!
- I'm not pregnant—I'm just here for fun.
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The Sex of Your Baby: FAQs
Can you predict the sex of your baby ahead of time?
Using an ultrasound, yes. There have always been myths and folktales about predicting your baby’s sex without an ultrasound. Here at wikiHow, we’ve even taken a closer look at some of these methods, like:
At the end of the day, though, these pregnancy myths are just that: myths. The only way to determine your baby’s sex (besides giving birth) is by consulting an ultrasound after at least 14 weeks in your pregnancy. In some cases, you might have to wait a little longer before your baby’s sex is apparent.
What determines the sex of a baby?
The fertilizing sperm determines a baby’s sex. In most cases, people are born with 2 chromosomes: XX, which are biologically female, or XY, which are biologically male. During the process of fertilization (where an egg and sperm cell combine to form cells that will eventually become the baby), the egg provides an X chromosome, while the sperm cell will either provide an X or Y chromosome.
- In some cases, like Turner Syndrome, a baby girl can have just 1 fully working sex chromosome. In cases like Klinefelter Syndrome, a baby boy can have 2 X chromosomes and a Y chromosome.
Are a baby’s sex and gender the same thing?
No, they aren’t. The term “sex” refers to the biological classification of a baby, which includes the sex chromosomes and reproductive organs they have. Gender is a much more complex and nuanced concept that revolves around a person’s perception of themselves as they grow and develop.
Want to learn more?
Want to learn a little more about the science behind a baby’s development (and when you can determine the sex)? Check out expert-backed resources like:
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