Jackie Kennedy, Cleopatra, Marie Curie, Princess Diana... the human race owes so much to incredible mothers that it would be tricky to praise them too highly. But we’re going to give it a shot! Yes, we’ve rounded up the most inspirational and extraordinary maternal figures from all of history. And in our unashamed celebration of these remarkable moms, we’ll discover their massive contributions and sacrifices that changed our world for the better.

Even if you haven’t been pregnant – or around an expectant mom – you’ll know how strong cravings can be during this time. So many partners have rushed to the store in the dead of night for that one must-have snack! But not all expectant mothers want traditional dishes and flavors. Often, they’ll invent bizarre combinations of food – or sometimes crave inedible objects as part of their daily diet. Though why would anyone want to eat a chocolate-dipped burrito, soap or a bowl of dirt? Well, it turns out that science can explain many of these off-the-wall cravings.