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Labor-Aid: An Energizing Lemon-Lime Electrolyte Drink
Carley Mendes Carley Mendes

Labor-Aid: An Energizing Lemon-Lime Electrolyte Drink

During early labor it’s beneficial to continue eating light and nourishing foods to keep energy up, but as sensations start to intensify food often becomes the last thing on a laboring woman’s mind.

Just like any other intense physical activity, staying hydrated throughout labor is also crucial. It’s especially important to ensure that the liquid you consume contains electrolytes. Electrolytes are required for muscle contractions and without them muscles become weak and contractions of the uterus can be less effective.

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