Hydration During Pregnancy: When IV Fluids May Be Considered

Nausea in early pregnancy, often from approximately weeks 4 to 20, can make it difficult to drink enough. Later in pregnancy, Florida heat or illness can also affect hydration.

Lactated Ringer's IV may be considered during pregnancy after an individual clinical review. Whether IV fluids are appropriate depends on your symptoms and assessment, not a specific week of pregnancy. Our provider may recommend a different care setting when needed.

IV fluids support hydration; they do not treat the cause of nausea or prevent pregnancy complications.

If you have severe vomiting, cannot keep fluids down, feel faint, have very little urine, notice bleeding, or have other urgent concerns, contact your prenatal provider promptly rather than waiting for a wellness appointment. In an emergency, call 911.