Enjoy a guilt-free cup of Tetley tea

How much tea is safe to drink during your pregnancy? Tetley has the answers. Find out how to carry on enjoying your daily cuppa with a caffeine-free alternative - PLUS the chance to win a Neal's Yard mother-to-be pamper hamper.

Enjoying your pregnancy

Finding out you're pregnant means an exciting few months ahead for you and your partner - looking forward to, planning and buying for the special new addition to your family. But it's important you both find time to relax and unwind when you can. You may still be working during the first two trimesters, so make sure you don't overdo it, and take time out of your busy schedule to sit down and share a soothing cup of tea.

Relaxing with friends

Getting together with friends and family can be a great way to unwind over the next nine months. Sharing stories and a chat with girlfriends old and new will help you relax and look forward to your new arrival, so put your feet up and have a catch-up over a warming cup of tea. Don't forget that, in moderation, tea is a safe and soothing hot drink to enjoy throughout your pregnancy and the perfect option for antenatal class get-togethers, a baby shower, or just lunch with friends!

Your healthy pregnancy

How much tea is safe to drink during your pregnancy? The Food Standards Authority recommends a maximum daily allowance of 200mg caffeine while you're pregnant (that's equivalent to two mugs of tea or instant coffee a day). That's because too much caffeine can lead to a lower birth weight and increased risk of miscarriage (source: British Medical Journal). For more info on how much caffeine is in food and drink see here. If you enjoy a cuppa, cutting down may seem difficult, but it doesn't have to be. Tetley want you to enjoy your pregnancy without it being stressful, so they've put together some tips on caffeine and pregnancy for you.

Help from Tetley

Tetley have added two decaf options to their range of teas - perfect if you want to carry on enjoying a cuppa throughout your pregnancy. Tetley Redbush is a great option if you want to try something naturally caffeine-free. It's as hydrating as water, can be enjoyed with or without milk and sugar, plus it's packed with natural antioxidants. There's even a choice between Tetley Redbush or Tetley Redbush & Vanilla. For more ideas on how to enjoy Tetley Redbush click here

The decaf alternative

If you want to enjoy all the taste of normal tea with none of the caffeine, then Tetley Decaf is a great option. It can help to keep you hydrated and counts towards your 8 glasses of fluid a day. And it's naturally rich in antioxidants too. Tetley also has two great Herbal Infusions for you to choose from, for those moments when you just need a little bit of extra relaxation: Tetley Peppermint Punch and Tetley Camomile Smile. For more information on Tetley Redbush and Decaf teas, and how to drink them click here.

Win a pamper pack from Neal's Yard

Tetley have 50 Neal's Yard Remedies' Mother-To-Be Boxes to give away.
Each box includes a Mother's Bath Oil (100ml), Mother's Massage Oil (50ml) Mother's Balm (35g), Calm Spritzer (45ml) and Organic Cotton Flannel. The draw runs until 31st December 2010, with 10 prizes available per draw. To enter for your chance to win click here

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