ExpertRicha SharmaNutritionist4 years agoA. hello dear good morning water is not required for the babies before 6 months of the age it is only the mothers feed that is to be focused on nothing else should be included
Janani ViswanathanMom of 2 children4 years agoA. Not necessary actually. Breastmilk or formula will be sufficient to keep the baby hydrated until six months. Also breastmilk has 80% water content especially the first milk. So even with hot weather breastmilk will be sufficient to keep the baby well hydrated. Other reasons why water is not recommended before six months are, some babies will like the water taste and could resist to take breastmilk, Giving water to young babies puts them at risk of diarrhoea and malnutrition, Water may not be always clean and can cause the baby to have infections. if u r worried u can consult with your pediatrician once.
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