Stay well hydrated too. the amount of water in your body increases during pregnancy to help you maintain healthy blood pressure levels (murray and hassall 2014). try to have about eight glasses of fluid, such as water, fruit teas, skimmed or semi-skimmed milk or fresh fruit juice every day (bda 2016). Staying active and eating healthy during pregnancy isn’t always a smooth journey. first trimester fatigue and morning sickness, along with lovely ailments that come later — like back pain. Don't forget about your oral health: brush, floss, and get regular dental care. hormonal shifts during pregnancy can make you more susceptible to gum disease. increased progesterone and estrogen levels can cause the gums to react differently to the bacteria in plaque, resulting in swollen, bleeding, tender gums (gingivitis). so see your dentist. Community Health Plan Of Washington Home keep your baby safe by avoiding some things during first pregnancy 3 talking about healthy living with your ki...