Over the next 4 weeks I'm committed to not drinking anything except that beautifully refreshing, clean, completely alcohol and CAFFEINE FREE drink that is water.

I'm looking forward to enjoying the benefits of detoxing myself when I'm not slumped over my keyboard or propping my eyelids open with matchsticks so I can make an edible dinner.

For those that know of my long-standing affair with coffee you will appreciate how I'm dreading the next 2 weeks. As part of the challenge I will be donating any money I would have spent on these drinks. That should smash the target!

Why am I doing this? To help save mums around the world from delivering babies in unclean environments where they and their newly born children are at risk of contracting fatal infections. Many maternity clinics can't be kept clean due to a lack of safe water and the money I raise will go towards providing this as well as sanitation and hygiene training for those that work there.

Matched donations by the UK Government!! The best thing about this fundraising challenge is that any donations made before 10th February will be doubled by the UK government so twice as many mothers and children can be helped.

So, please help me support WaterAid by either:

1. Joining me by giving up all drinks except Water for 2 weeks (come on - you can do it!!)

2. or donating a few pennies or pounds via this just giving page

Thanks for taking the time to visit my page and read this story even if you choose not to donate - it's much appreciated.

Julia xx

A bright future begins with a healthy start!