Ritika Singh Ritika Singh Asked 8 months ago

How much water should drink in pregnancy?

I'm expecting my first baby and everyone is giving different advice on everything. How much water should I drink in pregnancy to stay healthy and hydrated?

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Shilpa Reddy Shilpa Reddy Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago
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Oh, I remember panicking about everything during my pregnancy, even water! My doctor said not to obsess over exact liters, but just to make sure I was consistently hydrated throughout the day. If your pee is light yellow, you're probably doing fine. Don't stress, just keep sipping!

Aparna Singh Aparna Singh Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

When I was pregnant, my gynaecologist at Apollo Hospital stressed the importance of hydration. She advised aiming for about 8-12 glasses (2.3-3 liters) a day, but also said to adjust based on activity and weather. It's best to ask your own doctor for a precise amount tailored to your specific health and pregnancy stage.

Kartik Sharma Kartik Sharma Joined Mar 2026 8 months ago

My wife was pregnant recently, and her doctor told her to drink a lot of water. Like, really a lot. She aimed for around 3 litres daily. It helps with everything apparently, from digestion to keeping energy levels up. Just keep a check with your own doc.

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Aisha Khan Aisha Khan Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago

I totally get it, navigating pregnancy can feel like a million questions! Drinking enough water is so important, especially now. It supports your blood volume, amniotic fluid, and helps your baby grow. Just listen to your body and try to drink consistently.

Shanti Devi Shanti Devi Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Beti, garbhawastha mein paani ka sevan bahut mahatvapurna hai. Humare zamane mein kehte the ki jitna paani piyoge, utna swasth bachcha hoga. Din bhar thoda thoda paani piyo, aur nimbu paani bhi bana sakte ho, par doctor se puch kar hi lena. Zyada thandha paani mat piyo.

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Rahul Kapoor Rahul Kapoor Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Hehe, pregnancy cravings are real, and sometimes all you want is a fizzy drink! But trust me, water is way better for you and baby. Maybe try infusing it with some mint or lemon for a little flavor boost? It helps a lot with feeling good and managing those pregnancy aches too.

Priyanka Patel Priyanka Patel Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

When I was expecting my daughter, my doctor specifically told me to drink lots of water. It helps prevent dehydration, constipation (which is common!), and even swelling. I kept a big water bottle next to me and set alarms to remind myself to drink. It made a real difference.

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