Dr Bernadette Carr answers your questions on food cravings and thyroid problems

Dr Bernadette Carr gives advice on food cravings during pregnancy and what to do when there is a history of thyroid problems in your family.

Q. I’m three months pregnant and have yet to get food cravings. Is this normal or are cravings an old wives’ tale?

A. Although food cravings are a common complaint in the first trimester, not all pregnant women will experience them.