Nonalcoholic Drink Ideas For Pregnant Women
The Pregnant Woman's Guide to Happy Hour
Pregnant women have to make many sacrifices, and for most, alcohol is high on that list. Even though many less-conservative doctors tell their patients it's fine to imbibe a glass of wine or a swig of beer every now and then, mixed drinks are generally off the menu for the next nine months.
So, what's a cocktail-deprived mom-to-be to do when faced with Summer's endless happy hours and boozy brunches?
Well, there are actually a few options:
- You can stick to water. It's zero calories, but it's sometimes zero fun.
- You can ask the bartender to whip you up something special. It's a risky move — some go all out and deliver the perfect nonalcoholic concoction, but when there's a line at the bar and your server doesn't refer to himself as a mixologist, you might just get a glass of seltzer with a lime wedge.
- You can get what you want. Well, almost. If you're craving a Bloody Mary with your eggs benedict, you deserve as close to a Bloody Mary as you can get. And if you just have to sip on a poolside piña colada, nothing should come between you and that frozen goodness (except, well, a little rum).
For those choosing that third option, we've come up with nonalcoholic takes on the drinks you're likely craving. They're not as boring as plain old virgin versions but not as intricate as specially crafted mocktails — so any bartender worth his margarita salt can whip one up for you. How's that for happy hour?
1 When You're Craving a Margarita . . .
2 When You're Craving a Mimosa . . .
3 When You're Craving a Cosmo . . .
4 When You're Craving a Mojito . . .
5 When You're Craving a Piña Colada . . .
6 When You're Craving a Bloody Mary . . .
7 When You're Craving a Mint Julep . . .
8 When You're Craving a Strawberry Daiquiri . . .
