Just the tip(s), please

[emersonboi]

Pleeeeeease give me all the tips on how to increase my water/liquid intake.

My production is drastically slowing and I know I'm not drinking enough. I had gastric sleeve 1.5 years ago so I'm not able to chug water but definitely need your best tips/tricks on how to drink more.

Thank you!!

 

[neoinarien]

@emersonboi In the UK we have squash, which is like cordial but better. I recommend that. Or lemon water or infused water generally. Take small sips regularly rather than big glugs. But have some water every 30mins. I always drink more from a giant insulated bottle because I HATE warm water so maybe try a new bottle you like.

 

[pressure]

@emersonboi I really like Cure - but finding something you enjoy so you are wanting to drink water can help.

 

[moskva]

@emersonboi Liquid IV in water !

 

[samerobert]

@emersonboi Body armor was my best friend when I was pumping and nursing. also I got one of those giant water bottles with the times on them

 

[emersonboi]

@samerobert Love body armor! I'll add some to the grocery list this week

 

[aloys989]

@emersonboi Try Goya coconut water! Tastes waaaay better than the Vivo or whatever its called in the cardboard bottles and just as hydrating!

 

[emersonboi]

@aloys989 I love coconut water, so I'll give this a shot! Thank you

 

[ifthepuzzlefits]

@emersonboi Liquid IV and electrolyte water also increased my supply significantly

 

[thankulord]

@emersonboi Liquid IV and coconut water both help me with hydration resulting in more production. Especially liquid IV. Some swear by body armor too.

 

[reasoned_man_of_faith]

@emersonboi Get several water bottles or insulated cups with straws and strategically place them all over the house near your usual camp out spots. I refill every evening before bed. There's 2 next to my pump, two next to the chair in the nursery then one I usually carry about with me to the bedroom or couch.

 

[emersonboi]

@reasoned_man_of_faith Good idea!! Little hordes may help.

 

[acad]

@emersonboi Fellow gastric sleeve here. Have you talked to your doctor about vitamins and nutritional needs for breastfeeding? I'm in a special plan from my endocrinologist to help not only supply but milk "quality" regarding, e.g, B12

 

[neoinarien]

@acad None of that will work unless she's drinking enough water. Vitamins won't do anything useful too supply unless you physically have enough water in your body to produce the volume of milk. It's all about volume

 

[acad]

@neoinarien thanks for the info. My doctor's main concern wasn't about supply but nutrients in breastmilk since his team is researching gastric sleeved moms' breastmilk, since we can have malabsorption. I agree hydration is fundamental!

 

[emersonboi]

@acad I haven't, but that's a great thought! I'll be reaching out next week.

 

[christianwalker]

@emersonboi Get a 40 oz water bottle and fill it up 3 times. I use plain water 2 times a day and use sparkling water 1 time. I mix my hydration packets in the sparkling water. It's so delicious. Keep your cup wherever you are.

 

[karash]

@emersonboi I drink multiple bodyarmor lytes a day, they’re made with coconut water and are super helpful for hydration. Also get a Stanley!

 

[weeunc]

@emersonboi Also, if you’ve been using your pump parts for more than 2-3 months you may need to replace them!

 

[angelko24]

@weeunc What is the reason for this? I’ve been using my elvie stride for four months now.