DIY Sun & Berry Mocktail (Safe in Pregnancy & Beyond)

August 6 is National Root Beer Float Day. If you’re navigating pregnancy, breastfeeding, or postpartum healing, you might want something that’s just as fun but a little more nourishing.

Enter: The Sun & Berry Mocktail

It’s fizzy, fruity, and full of nutrients. Think of it as a celebration in a glass, without the sugar crash.

Why This Mocktail Works for Moms

  • No caffeine or artificial sweeteners

  • Loaded with antioxidants from fresh berries

  • Gut-loving fizz from optional sparkling water or kombucha

  • Hydrating and easy to digest

  • Beautifully supportive in pregnancy, postpartum, or anytime you just need a reset

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup organic mixed berries (fresh or frozen)

  • 1/2 fresh orange (juiced)

  • 1 tsp fresh grated ginger (optional)

  • 4–6 oz sparkling mineral water or berry-flavored kombucha

  • Splash of coconut water or lime juice

  • Ice + mint for garnish

Directions:

  1. In a shaker or mason jar, muddle the berries with orange juice and grated ginger.

  2. Add coconut water (or a splash of lime juice for a little zip).

  3. Shake with ice or stir gently.

  4. Pour into a glass over fresh ice.

  5. Top with sparkling water or kombucha.

  6. Garnish with mint, citrus, or a skewer of berries.

Enjoy with your feet up and your phone on “Do Not Disturb.”

You’ve earned it.

Root Beer Float Vibes, Elevated

Want to give a nod to the root beer float in honor of the day?

Add a scoop of coconut milk ice cream or vanilla oat milk whip to the top of your mocktail. It melts in like a float, with zero guilt.

Nourishing Through the Seasons

At Elevate Women’s Wellness, we believe food and drink should be functional—but also joyful, especially in motherhood.

Your body is doing sacred work. You deserve to enjoy the process without sacrificing health, safety, or flavor.

This mocktail checks every box.

Final Toast

To the woman growing life inside her.

To the one holding her baby at 3 am.

To the one just trying to hydrate and survive another summer day:

You’re doing great.

This one’s for you.

Cheers.

P.S. If you give this a try, come back to the comments and let us know what you thought.

Tenaj Ikner

Pasadena Doula Associates offers expert doula services for pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum. Our experienced team provides compassionate support, evidence-based guidance, and personalized care, ensuring you have the confidence to embrace every step of parenthood—your trusted companion in Pasadena, CA and surrounding cities.

http://www.pasadenadoulas.com
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