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Do you need to drink more water when you're pregnant
or does the same guidelines of eight glasses of water a day apply?
Asked by OliviaF on 8/13/08
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Pregnant women definitely need to remain hydrated. The Institute of Medicine recommends that they have a little more than the average woman—about 10 cups per day. Once you're breastfeeding, you may need more than that.
A good rule of thumb is to check in with your doctor, and make sure you're getting plenty of fluids when you're hot, exercising or in humid areas.
Answered by: kristen on 8/15/08
