Pregnancy Friendly Ginger Fennel Iced Herbal Tea
Staying hydrated during pregnancy is non-negotiable, but plain water gets old fast — and most flavored drinks come loaded with caffeine, artificial sweeteners, or ingredients you'd rather avoid right now. This chilled herbal tea leans on fresh ginger and fennel seeds, two ingredients long celebrated for soothing an unsettled stomach, making it a genuinely useful sip during the first trimester and beyond. A touch of honey rounds out the flavor with gentle sweetness, and the result is something that feels refreshing and a little special without any of the usual concerns. The brewing process is simple: a quick simmer to coax out all that warmth and fragrance, a strain, and a chill — then it's ready to pour over ice whenever you need it. Optional fresh mint adds a bright, cooling finish that makes each glass feel like a treat rather than a remedy. It's the kind of drink you'll want to keep a pitcher of in the fridge all week.
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4 servings
For the tea
- 4 cups water
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1 tsp fennel seeds
- 2 tbsp honey
For serving
- 2 cups ice
- 4 sprigs fresh mint (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the water, ginger slices, and fennel seeds in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat and bring to a boil.
- 2
Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 8 minutes, until the liquid is fragrant and lightly golden.
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