Breastfeeding Friendly Mint & Lime Watermelon Agua Fresca

Few drinks feel as instantly refreshing as a tall glass of watermelon agua fresca, and this version is genuinely stunning — bright pink, ice-cold, and layered with zippy lime and cool mint. Staying well-hydrated while breastfeeding is one of those things that sounds simple but can easily slip through the cracks during a busy day, and having something this delicious waiting in the fridge makes it so much easier to actually reach for a glass. The base is mostly fresh watermelon, which brings natural sweetness and a serious hit of water content, while the lime juice adds brightness and the blended mint gives it an herby, almost spa-like depth. A touch of honey lets you dial the sweetness up or down depending on how ripe your watermelon is, so nothing goes to waste. Straining the blended mixture through a fine-mesh sieve gives you that gorgeous, clear pink color and a silky-smooth texture that feels far more elevated than the effort involved. Make a big pitcher and keep it chilled — it's the kind of drink that disappears fast, and you'll be glad you have extra on hand.

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