Benefits of staying hydrated pregnancy

Obinwannem News BENEFITS OF STAYING HYDRATED IN PREGNANCY

Is being pregnant driving you to drink? Well, it should at least all the way to the water faucet. As a mom-to-be, it’s essential to be doubly sure that you’re drinking enough water.

Here’s what you need to know about drinking water during pregnancy, from the benefits (preventing hemorrhoids and other pregnancy symptoms), to how much you need (more than before), to how to ensure your water is safe (more important than ever).

Water delivers essentials to your fetus

Ever wonder how all the good stuff in the prenatal vitamins and healthy foods you’re faithfully consuming every day are shipped to your fetus? It all starts with water, which helps your body absorb essential nutrients into the cells and transports vitamins, minerals and hormones to the blood cells. It’s those nutrient-rich blood cells that reach the placenta and ultimately your baby – all with the help of H2O.

Your recommended daily water intake is higher during pregnancy

To that end, you’ll need more water to keep your system running for two during pregnancy. Though it really varies based on your body type and size, how active you are, and so on, the general rule of thumb is somewhere between eight and 10 8-ounce glasses of water (from all sources) a day. But be sure to talk to your practitioner about what works for you and your situation.

Try to space out your sips to keep them coming steadily throughout the day rather than gulping a lot at once, which could leave you feeling uncomfortably full. Since most of us don’t drink enough fluids, filling a water bottle or two every morning and keeping it handy all day takes the hassle out of hydration.

Be sure to sip before, during and after you work out, or if you find yourself outside on a hot day. Note, too, that if you feel thirsty, it’s a sign that your body is already on its way to being dehydrated.

By Colleen de Bellefonds
Editor/ writer for pregnancy and pareting brand whattoexpect.com

Vladimir Chimaobi Ugwu reporting, Obinwannem News

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