07/29/2026
Birth is powerful and you are so strong! πͺπΌ The energy expenditures required for labor mean that restricting food and water intake is just an outdated policy. Eating and drinking based on your hunger cues (some women feel nauseous and don't want to eat - also normal!) is a better method for supporting physiological birth.
In early labor a meal that has some energy sustaining elements like cheese, meat sticks or oats can help fuel you. In active labor something more quickly digestible is usually mor helpful such as a honey stick or fruit.