Sufficient suitable fluids ensure metabolism and good kidney function and thus the excretion of toxic substances formed in the body.
Lack of water causes headaches, fatigue, malaise, and decreased mental and physical performance. Poor drinking is also associated with constipation.
How Much To Drink
The need for fluids is very individual, a pregnant woman should drink at least 1.5 liters of fluids a day, preferably 2 liters, but a lot depends on the composition of the diet. We also drink differently depending on the time of year, more in summer than in winter. It is necessary to drink throughout the day so that the body receives fluids continuously and in sufficient quantities. With a regular supply of juices, a woman prevents the feeling of thirst, which is already the initial symptom of dehydration. But keep in mind that we are overburdening our kidneys with excess fluids, which extra fluids must eliminate.
What To Drink?
Although the healthiest drink is pure water, a pregnant woman can indulge in a more varied composition of glasses without fear. In general, we can say that drinking water from public water mains is of excellent quality in our country, but it is true that it is not everywhere, and always its taste is delightful.
Bottled baby and spring water are suitable, which should be stored in the cold. Should use the opened bottle as soon as possible. Reasonable drinks include:
- Water-diluted fresh fruit and vegetable juices.
- 100% juices.
- Unsweetened and not very strong teas.
- Especially rooibos or fruit tea.
It is good to limit the consumption of black and green tea during pregnancy.
Mineral Water For And Against
Long-term and frequent consumption of mineral water is inappropriate and often risky. Mineral waters should make up a maximum of one-fifth of the daily drinking regime.
Doctors warn against drinking too much, especially if we take extra supplements. Mineral waters increase the risk of kidney overload, the formation of kidney stones, support the development of atherosclerosis, and excessive storage of some minerals in the body (iron in the liver, calcium in blood vessels, etc.).
They are entirely unsuitable for infants. For occasional consumption, mineral waters with weak mineralization of 150 – 500 mg / l can be recommended (for example, Dobra Voda, Rajec Aquila, Toma, Bonaqua).
If a woman suffers from vomiting, diarrhea, or sweating, she should also include water with higher mineralization above 500 mg / l in the drinking regime (for example, Mattoni, Korunni, Magnesia, Podebradka, Hanacka kyselka)
With Or Without Bubbles?
Pregnant women should prefer non-carbonated beverages, as carbonated drinks lead to over-acidification of the body and can cause bloating, promote vomiting and worsen pregnancy symptoms.
More Than a Drink
Not all the necessary substances, especially calcium, iron, zinc, iodine, and folic acid, are always taken in by the usual diet. It is possible to ensure their supply with special dried milk drinks intended for pregnant and lactating women (e.g., Gravimilk).
These saturating drinks contain all important substances in an optimal ratio, strengthen the immune system, support hematopoiesis, contribute to the healthy development of the fetus and, in addition, taste great. You can buy drinks at the pharmacy.
Coffee Yes Or No?
It is also essential to limit coffee drinking during pregnancy. Although coffee has not been shown to hurt fetal development, caffeine content can increase the fetal and maternal heart rate. One cup a day shouldn’t hurt you if you’re used to coffee, and it’s hard to do without it. However, it is possible to drink decaffeinated coffee or use a wide range of coffee from melts, spelled, and the like.
What Should Avoid
Drinks that a pregnant woman should not drink include sweet lemonades, Coca-Cola-based or quinine-based beverages (such as tonic), energy drinks, nectars, and the like. These drinks are a solution of sugar, citric acid, artificial flavors, and colorants. Sometimes several other substances are added, such as phosphates and sulfur dioxide. All these ingredients are a significant burden on a pregnant woman’s body.
Not For Alcohol
Increased alcohol consumption can damage the egg and sperm before conception and has demonstrable adverse effects on the developing fetus in early pregnancy.
If a pregnant woman consumes alcohol in large quantities and regularly, there is an increased risk of miscarriage, premature birth, or some complications associated with childbirth. Complications in children can include low birth weight, behavioral disorders, and learning disabilities.
Herbs Help
Some herbs can be used safely during pregnancy, especially if you have any health problems, but you need to follow your doctor’s recommendations. The most common and unpleasant problem associated with the first three months of pregnancy is morning sickness. A suitable herb for relieving morning sickness is the chamomile flower, which soothes. You can use the spice in tea or a relaxing bath.
Delicious lemon balm tea is also recommended for pregnant women. Used to relax and calm the nervous system, it is an excellent remedy for headaches, depression, and insomnia. It also improves digestion, removes bloating, helps with hemorrhoids, and regulates blood pressure.
Tea has antihistaminic properties that effectively soothe allergic reactions. When we mix lemon balm with nettle, we get effective tea for women who suffer from allergies during pregnancy. But even nettle tea itself is excellent for pregnant women. It is high in calcium, iron, and other minerals and vitamins.
It is especially recommended for women who suffer from chronic fatigue; it also acts as a mild diuretic and thus helps dehydrate the body, is suitable for diabetes, and removes harmful substances from the body.
We drink two cups of tea a day. A rich source of vitamin C is rosehip tea, which is essential for anemia, and varicose veins and strengthens the body’s immunity.
It has been written about buttermilk that if a woman has problems reconciling with her mother’s role, has fears of miscarriage, suffers from morning sickness or depression after giving birth, then herbal medicine is herbal.
Counter-leaf tea also helps with insomnia, eliminates headaches, and strengthens the nervous system. We drink one to two cups of tea a day. Raspberry leaf is considered the best herb for pregnant women in the book Natural Treatment for Women by Josef Jonas and Rosemary Gladstar.
If raspberry tea is drunk regularly in the last weeks of pregnancy, it shortens and facilitates childbirth. However, it is not recommended in early pregnancy.
Raspberry supplies the body with valuable substances, strengthens the pelvic muscles, and promotes intestinal peristalsis. It either stimulates or relaxes the uterus as needed. This herb has no contraindications or side effects, and it is recommended to drink one cup of tea a day.
