Breastfeeding Friendly Orange Cinnamon Infused Water
Staying well-hydrated while nursing can feel like a full-time job on top of, well, the actual full-time job of feeding a baby. This gently flavored water makes it so much easier to reach for a glass throughout the day because it actually tastes like something worth drinking. Bright citrus from fresh orange rounds and a warm hint of cinnamon turn plain filtered water into something that feels a little special without any added sugar, caffeine, or ingredients you'd need to second-guess. The prep is as simple as it gets — slice, steep, and refrigerate — and within an hour you have a pitcher ready to go whenever thirst hits. A small tip worth keeping: pull the cinnamon stick out after four hours if you want a subtler spice note, since it gets bolder the longer it sits. It keeps in the fridge for up to 24 hours, so you can make a big batch at night and sip your way through the next day without any extra effort.
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Learn more →Ingredients
4 servings
- 1 medium navel orange, thinly sliced into rounds
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 8 cups cold filtered water
For serving
- 1 cup ice cubes, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Add the orange slices and cinnamon stick to a large pitcher.
- 2
Pour the cold water over the orange and cinnamon, then stir gently to submerge the fruit.
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