Becoming dehydrated while pregnant can cause problems for you AND your baby. 💦🤰
In today's expert tip, Dr. Kayla Eckart shares more.
In addition to fatigue, dehydration during pregnancy has been linked to:
💦 Overheating. It’s already easy to get overheated while pregnant; you weigh more and your body has a hard time getting rid of the extra heat you’re creating. And because you’re probably sweating more than usual, you’re losing even more water.
💦 Migraines. There’s nothing worse than a migraine or a headache, especially when you’re pregnant and can’t take many of the meds that usually help. Forgetting to stay hydrated can cause dizziness, low blood pressure and headaches or migraines. The first line of defense: plenty of liquids!
💦 Low amniotic fluid. Early on in pregnancy, your amount of amniotic fluid is directly affected by how much water you’re drinking. If your amniotic fluid is too low, there are risks for baby's growth and development.
💦 Premature birth. During the second and third trimesters, a lack of hydration can cause early contractions and even premature birth. When you get dehydrated, your blood volume increases... increasing the amount of oxytocin in your body, and possibly sending you into an early labor.
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