My last scan showed fluid is on the lower side and doc said keep an eye. Honestly thoda scared hu after reading things online. Apart from drinking more water, what else helps?
Set hourly alarms on your phone to drink water, because when you are busy with office work, you easily forget. Keep a 2-liter bottle on your desk and finish it by lunch, then refill. Staying hydrated is the most practical way to fix this.
My doctor at the premium hospital gave me a proper hydration chart to follow. They also suggested some specific protein powders and L-arginine supplements. Please check with your hospital's dietician or your gynac, they will give you a safe tailored plan.
Basically, you need to turn yourself into a water tank! 3-4 liters of water daily plus coconut water is the magic formula. Your husband will get tired of running to buy coconuts but hey, it works!
I completely understand the panic when the scan report shows low fluid, I cried so much thinking something would happen to my baby. But drinking lots of water and resting on my left side really improved my levels within two weeks. Please stay positive, it can get better!
My amniotic fluid went down slightly in the 8th month, but my doctor told me to take complete bed rest and drink coconut water daily. It quickly came back to normal, and my healthy toddler is proof that simple hydration works wonders. Don't worry!
Hydration is key, but drinking plain water can be so boring! I used to drink chilled sweet lime juice, buttermilk with roasted cumin, and fresh coconut water daily to keep my fluid levels perfect. It feels like a treat and does the job.
