Hydration Guide for Pregnancy
Pregnant women need extra water to support increased blood volume, amniotic fluid, and the growing baby. Dehydration can cause contractions.
3000ml
Recommended daily intake
3.0L
litres
12
glasses
tips_and_updatesHydration Tips for Pregnancy
- check_circleAim for at least 2.5-3 litres of water per day
- check_circleDrink small amounts frequently rather than large amounts at once
- check_circleAdd lemon or fruit slices if plain water causes nausea
- check_circleIncrease intake if you experience morning sickness or vomiting
- check_circleReduce caffeine intake as it acts as a diuretic
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Breast milk is approximately 87% water. Nursing mothers need extra fluids to maintain milk production and their own hydration.
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Diabetes
High blood sugar causes the kidneys to flush excess glucose through urine, leading to increased fluid loss. People with diabetes are at chronic dehydration risk.
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Adequate fluid intake dilutes substances in urine that form stones. Urologists recommend high water intake as the single most effective kidney stone prevention strategy.
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Drinking plenty of water helps flush bacteria from the urinary tract before infection can develop. Consistent hydration is one of the best defenses against recurrent UTIs.
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Constipation
The colon absorbs water from stool as it passes through. When you are dehydrated, the colon takes more water, making stools hard and difficult to pass.
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Dehydration is one of the most common and overlooked headache triggers. Even mild fluid loss of 1-2% can trigger tension headaches and reduce concentration.
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