In fact, limiting feeding time actually causes problems for babies. This is the opposite of the preceding myth, but is equally popular. Again, babies should take what they need, not what rules and regulations decide is best. Studies show that this is not the case. All you need to do is drink when you are thirsty, rather than forcing yourself to drink more.
Some women do get very thirsty, especially as they start to feed.
It is all right to drink whenever you want to. If your urine is dark or strong-smelling, then you definitely need to drink more. Most breastfed babies need bottles of water or artificial milk or they won't get enough fluid. On the contrary, giving extra fluids to a breastfed baby can reduce your milk supply and interfere with the special properties of breast milk. The colostrum and milk that you produce is all your baby needs, as long as you are feeding without problems and not limiting feeding times.