"Dehydration during pregnancy can lead to serious pregnancy complication, including neural tube defect, low amniotic fluid, inadequate breast milk production, and even premature labor. These risks, in turn, can lead to birth defects due to lack of water and nutritional support for your baby"
This can range from:
Is a proactive approach for a persistent problem.
Studies show that better hydration reduces hospitalizations and improves patient outcomes. Per year over 192,000 pregnancies are seen in the Emergency Room due to de-hydration in the U.S alone,
this is avoidable!
Closing the gap of de-hydration impacts on maternal health and birth outcomes for better health and quality of Life.
We partner with OB/GYN clinics to aid in the process of patient care. Prenatal IV Therapy is proven to help mothers with symptoms of morning sickness, nausea, dehydration, lactation support, and relieving Hyperemesis Gravida.
Major health insurances. are accepted along with FSA & HSA. Our procedures are completed within Carolina Wellness Clinics
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. Experts recommend 10 cups of water per day.
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!
If you’re not drinking enough, you’re not peeing enough — and if you’re not peeing enough, you’re putting yourself at risk for a urinary tract infection. You need to be properly hydrated in order to flush out all those germs and toxins.
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, baby won’t grow properly and could even develop totally preventable birth defects like kidney or urinary tract problems.
You know how people swear you won’t give birth early? If you’re dehydrated, you might! 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.
Co-founder of the pregnancy community Well Rounded.
Have your OB/GYN to send over a referral or contact us.
Our Service Areas: North & South Carolina
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