Healthy baby=Happy mama
Good hydration is extremely important for a healthy pregnancy and postpartum period. Water flushes waste products from the cells and aids in liver and kidney function for both mom and the baby. During pregnancy, water is also needed for the body's expansion as mom's blood volume increases significantly. Insufficient water intake can be a factor in constipation, preterm labor, and miscarriage, and even slight dehydration can cause or contribute to fatigue. Proper hydration is also important for adequate breast milk production and flow.
Most women know about the need for proper hydration during pregnancy, but many do not get adequate fluid intake. Some women do not like drinking water; others say they are not generally thirsty. Additionally, women are often unaware that some beverages are actually dehydrating.
Caffeinated and high-sugar beverages (my pepsi craving :( ahh) are actually dehydrating and should not count in your daily total of fluids - and are best avoided.
H2O instead
It's better to drink smaller amounts of healthy liquids
frequently vs. large amounts only a couple times per day.
Think of a house plant - if you don’t water it enough and
then give it a lot of water, most of the water runs straight through,
and certainly does not make up for the hours of time where hydration was lacking.
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~ I agree it is annoying having to pee (almost) every five minutes. And the more you drink the more trips to the bathroom you have to make. And sometimes that can be very frustrating. I guess just have to keep it in mind that you need water to regulate body temperature and to provide the means for nutrients to travel to your organs and tissues. It also helps transport oxygen to your cells, removes waste, and protects your joints and organs. And not only for you but most importantly for your baby! ~