Additional water is not recommended for babies before 6 months of age; babies after 6 months of age are allowed to drink water, but need to pay attention to the right amount.
Exclusive breastfeeding or intra-formula feeding for babies before 6 months of age can satisfy all the fluids, energy and nutrients needed for growth and development of babies, and no additional supplementation is needed. For babies after 6 months of age, began to add complementary foods, its dietary structure has changed, may be appropriate to increase the drinking water, in order to supplement the body needs.
However, attention should be paid to the appropriate amount so as not to affect the normal amount of milk or food. Drinking the right amount of water every day can effectively promote the discharge of stools and prevent constipation in babies.
Water is one of the important components of the human body, parents should pay more attention to the care of the baby, need to feed on demand, not overdose diet. Take your baby for regular medical checkups to understand your baby’s health condition.