Develop a drinking habit! It’s very important for you to drink at least six to eight glasses of water or other healthy beverages each day. Carry a water bottle with you. Keep one at your desk, one at your bedside, one at your computer - anywhere you're likely to be for any length of time. Sip while you watch TV or read this site. Water is vital to your baby and you, helping to flush your systems - it even helps stave off both premature labor, constipation and headaches. So bottoms up!