Im 5 months and these days im drinking water like crazy, mooh sookh jata hai again and again. Never felt this thirsty before pregnancy. Is this a normal pregnancy thing ya should i get something checked?
Beta, it is very natural because your body is making extra blood for the baby. Drink fresh coconut water or normal water with a little lemon and mint. But if you feel too dry and weak, do let your doctor know.
While feeling thirsty is common as blood volume increases, please don't take it lightly. It can sometimes indicate gestational diabetes. Please discuss this with your gynac during your next visit so they can run the required tests.
My doctor explained that during pregnancy, our blood volume increases by almost 50%, which requires a lot of fluids. Also, the baby needs amniotic fluid which needs constant hydration. But they also advised checking sugar levels if the thirst is very extreme, so do talk to your gynac.
I used to drink buttermilk and barley water to keep my thirst in control, which helped a lot. But honestly, extreme thirst can sometimes be a sign of high sugar. If you are drinking water constantly and still feel parched, please check with your doctor.
I literally carried a bottle of water everywhere because my thirst was on another level! It's totally normal as your body is working double-time. Just keep sipping water, but if it feels too much, ask your doc to check your glucose levels.
I felt very thirsty in my early weeks too, but because of my past loss, I always kept my doctor informed. Sometimes it can be due to dehydration or high sugar levels. Please mention this to your doctor just to be completely safe.
