Is it normal to not want to cook while pregnant?
Mostly.Normal for most people
Yes, it’s common to have little or no interest in cooking while pregnant. Nausea, fatigue, food and smell aversions, or just having less energy can make cooking feel like a lot.
Pregnancy can turn ordinary kitchen smells into a hard no, and even without nausea, tiredness or changing appetites can make cooking feel like one more chore. People vary: some enjoy cooking as usual, while others rely on a partner, easy meals, takeout, or whatever sounds tolerable that day.
You don’t have to make elaborate meals to be doing pregnancy “right.” If nausea is making it hard to keep food or fluids down, or you’re worried you’re not getting enough nourishment, check in with your prenatal care provider.