Breastfeeding Friendly Mint Citrus Infused Water
Staying well-hydrated while nursing is one of the simplest things you can do to support your milk supply and your own energy levels, and plain water gets boring fast. This infused pitcher makes drinking enough feel genuinely enjoyable rather than like a chore. Fresh lemon, orange, and mint come together in cold water for a drink that's bright, lightly fragrant, and just interesting enough to keep you reaching for another glass throughout the day. The technique of gently pressing the mint leaves — rather than tearing or muddling them aggressively — keeps the flavor clean and pleasant rather than sharp or overpowering. Everything here is whole, recognizable, and free of additives, sweeteners, or anything you'd need to second-guess while breastfeeding. Make a big pitcher in the morning, let it chill, and you'll have a refreshing drink ready to grab between feeds all day long. Just note the eight-hour window before the citrus pith starts to turn things bitter — fresh batches are quick to pull together and absolutely worth it.
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4 servings
- 8 cups cold water
- 1 medium lemon, thinly sliced into rounds
- ½ medium orange, thinly sliced into rounds
- 10 fresh mint leaves
- 1 cup ice cubes
Instructions
- 1
Add the lemon rounds, orange rounds, and mint leaves to a large pitcher. Gently press the mint leaves once or twice with a spoon to release their oils without tearing them.
- 2
Pour the cold water over the fruit and mint, then add the ice cubes.
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