The Best Times to Drink Water (Besides Literally Always)

Yes, even now. Especially now.

So, here you are in this miraculous journey of making a human a.k.a building an IKEA cabinet blindfolded while riding a rollercoaster. You’ve made it to the second trimester! Or as we like to call it, the “Golden Era of Pregnancy” because hey, the sausage party in your midsection is still a few RSVPs short of a crowd. Now, aside from your growing list of cravings (pass the pickles and ice cream, please!), there’s one thing you need to start guzzling like a pro: water. That’s right, H2O, aqua, that wet stuff that fish swim in. But just like solving a Rubik's cube with a toddler screaming in your ear, when exactly should you be upping your water intake?

Here’s the brutally honest truth: Besides literally always, there are some key times you should be hydrating like there’s no tomorrow. But why make hydration boring when we can spill the tea (or water, rather) about the best times to fill your cup—and your bladder. Ready to tap into the truth about quenching that thirst? Here we go!

“They say water is life. Well honey, you're growing life. Two birds, one stone.”

The Best Times to Hydrate your Pregnant Self:

1. First thing in the morning: Start your day by drinking a glass of water. Studies show it kickstarts your metabolism, hydrates you after a night of drooling (oh come on, we all do it!), and braces you for the daily hormonal rollercoaster.
2. Before meals: Downing a glass of water before you chow down not only keeps you hydrated but also makes you less l
   
   ikely to reach for that third Willie Wonka bar. Unless of course, it's shaped like a rattle.
3. When you’re mid craving: You see your partner eating chips and suddenly you must have chocolate pancakes NOW. Try drinking water first; it can sometimes quell cravings enough to prevent you belly flopping into the snack drawer.
4. When you hit the gym or that prenatal yoga class: Yes, we said gym. Or wherever you're attempting to channel your inner yoga pretzel with all the grace of an intoxicated waltzing squirrel. Either way, stay hydrated!
5. Before bedtime: A small glass ensures you don't wake up at 3 AM with cartoonish thirst, although you will still probably wake up to pee.

Quenching that thirst is now your full-time job until the tiny human arrives, the kind you can't really take holidays from, but hey—unlimited coffee breaks, right? (Just kidding, half-caff only.) But don't worry; you’ve got this. It's a walk in the park (a park where sausages grow on trees, but a park nonetheless).

Remember: If you're feeling thirsty, you're already dehydrated.

“Stay ahead in the hydration game: outdrink yesterday’s contractions while strollin’ in style!”

Times to Avoid Guzzling Water Like You’re a Fish in Need:

1. During meals: It dilutes digestive acids. Sip if you must, but keep the chugging for post-burger binge.
2. Just before a road trip: Or before any scenario where acces

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3. During midnight snack raids: Subtle slurps can wake the neighborhood and alert any sleeping companions. Stealth, darling, stealth.
4. In lieu of milk for cereal: Just don't. Have standards. Cornflakes deserve better.
5. When standing in freezing cold weather: Water doesn’t shake the chill; a cozy blanket and some pregnancy-approved hot cocoa might.

We want to make your journey as drama-free as possible. Sip wisely, and whenever you're on the go and need to remember how stylish you truly are, slip into something comfy. Need a suggestion? Our maternity leggings"; ?> are perfect whether you’re resting at home or pretending to be interested in prenatal yoga.

“Fashion that makes you feel like you’ve got maternity in the bag — and that bag is a stylish tote.”

Now that you’ve got the water schedule down, you're pretty much a hydration hero. Your next mission, should you choose to accept it, is to get saucy with your maternit

y style, and just remember: staying hydrated keeps the headaches at bay, the charley horses on vacation, and the afternoon slumps in check. Motherhood is coming at you like a stylish and somewhat unpredictable roller coaster. Pregnancy Pro-Tip:

• Keep a bottle handy.
• Decorate it with motivational sayings like “Keep Calm and Water On” or go avant-garde with “H2-Whoa, You Look Pregnant!”
• Hydrate with style and frequent trips to... well, you know where.

By staying hydrated, you're setting the stage for a pregnancy journey that's less Wicked Witch of the West and more Glinda the Good Witch—sparkles, happiness, and all. Plus, when you’re rocking those amazing maternity activewear pieces from Emamaco, you’ll want to be strutting in style. So raise a glass, mama, to all the adventures that your trusty water bottle will join you on!

Now go out there, own that pregnancy glow like you're Beyoncé headlining a world tour, but with a water bottle in one hand. Remember, hydration is only one accessory away from fabulous. Cheers to the chaos and the chic of pregnancy!

“Keep it stylish, keep it sauced—just keep it hydrated.”