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Father of a 1 yr 11 m old girl1 Year ago

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Hello! My baby is 4 months old and my wife is breastfeeding her. As summer is approaching elders are suggesting to give water. Can we give water to the baby at this stage?

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ExpertVandana SharmaNutritionist1 Year ago

A. Hello father actually mothers feed tend to fulfil all their needs it isnt required from the age of 5 month onwards you can give them weaning foods and hence you may start with liquids initially

Ankita MehtaMom of a 10 yr 1 m old girl1 Year ago

A. hi no please don't give baby get all essential nutrients as well as water through breastfeeding so no need of extra water

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