Minti - Recent Comments on Question "Water" http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/388554/water/ Minti - Recent Comments on Question "Water" Copyright 2009 Minti en-uk Water coolkat Thanks for all the advice. I think having water with meal  makes sense. I just wondered because formula is made up of mostly water. I guess I'll be guided by baby but will start to give some with meal. Cheers! http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/388554/water//#389133 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/388554/water//#389133 Sun, 13 May 2007 17:51:40 -0700 Water mewannaboy I didnt know you didnt have to give breast fed babies water ,thanks as im back to breast feeding with my 5th. But just want to know if for some reason the baby refuses the breast but has been a while between feeds can you offer cooled boiled water or something ?? Or do you just wait till bub shows interest I didnt know you didnt have to give breast fed babies water ,thanks as im back to breast feeding with my 5th.

But just want to know if for some reason the baby refuses the breast but has been a while between feeds can you offer cooled boiled water or something ??

Or do you just wait till bub shows interest again.

]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/388554/water//#389066 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/388554/water//#389066 Sun, 13 May 2007 16:38:26 -0700 Water MummaBear Breastfed babies do not need water - keep in mind that breastmilk is 88% water. Even in the first few days after birth, before mom's milk has "come in", colostrum - http://www.mother-2-mother.com/colostrum.htm is all that is needed to keep baby well hydrated (assuming baby is nursing effectively). Per the American Academy of Pediatrics - http://aappolicy.aappublications.org/cgi/content/full/pediatrics;115/2/496, "Supplements (water, glucose water, formula, ... Breastfed babies do not need water - keep in mind that breastmilk is 88% water. Even in the first few days after birth, before mom's milk has "come in", colostrum is all that is needed to keep baby well hydrated (assuming baby is nursing effectively). Per the American Academy of Pediatrics, "Supplements (water, glucose water, formula, and other fluids) should not be given to breastfeeding newborn infants unless ordered by a physician when a medical indication exists... During the first 6 months of age, even in hot climates, water and juice are unnecessary for breastfed infants and may introduce contaminants or allergens."

Taken from this site: http://www.kellymom.com/nutrition/solids/baby-water.html 

]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/388554/water//#389015 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/388554/water//#389015 Sun, 13 May 2007 15:18:47 -0700 Water georgiepar ALL MY 4 BABIES  BOTTLE FED HAD WATER FROM ABOUT 2 WEEKS OLD. I JUST THINK ABOUT MYSELF WOULD I LIKE TO BE DRINKING JUST MILK ALL THE TIME NO . ESSPECIALY {MIND MY SPELLING]  IN THE HOTTER MNTHSOF THE YEAR IT NICE TO HAVE SOME WATER IT WONT HERT THEM http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/388554/water//#388997 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/388554/water//#388997 Sun, 13 May 2007 14:48:36 -0700 Water MummaBear By reducing the amount of milk they are taking in.  If they have water at that age when the feeds are so close together still it is likely they will replace the milk with the water and  this is what can cause harm. http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/388554/water//#388995 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/388554/water//#388995 Sun, 13 May 2007 14:36:56 -0700 Water sluxton what sort of harm?   what sort of harm?

 

]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/388554/water//#388981 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/388554/water//#388981 Sun, 13 May 2007 14:08:57 -0700 Water fifey Usually, breastmilk is water consistency not like formula.  So the baby actually does not need water until they switch to formula.  It`s totally up2 u, since by now u must b already confused with too many advises. http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/388554/water//#388862 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/388554/water//#388862 Sun, 13 May 2007 07:42:53 -0700 Water Miriam Generally the baby doesn ´t need water as long as you breast feed during the first 4 to 6 months. (due to german guidelines) I started giving my baby water when he was 3 weeks because it was really hot and I thought it would be just to much breastmilk feeding him when ever he lamented. I bought baby water even ... I started giving my baby water when he was 3 weeks because it was really hot and I thought it would be just to much breastmilk feeding him when ever he lamented. I bought baby water even if not necessary I felt better using it.
Also my midwife advised papa to rather give the baby water than breastmilk when I was away for a short time.

Due to the guideline: 200 ml fluid a day starting with the age of 10 months because by then humidity ratio in baby food -compared to prior breastmilk- is humble.]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/388554/water//#388645 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/388554/water//#388645 Sun, 13 May 2007 01:14:51 -0700 Water toosh I started my first son on water at about 5 months when the eather warmed up & he started solids. As they bacl off the breast (or formula) feeding due to solids they need water to keep them hydrated. I suggest starting water now in a sippy or straw cup. Give a little with meals & in between if you ... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/388554/water//#388607 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/388554/water//#388607 Sun, 13 May 2007 00:18:32 -0700 Water iancherine I would just like to add that if you have your children immunised they suggest giving your baby extra fluids including warm water so they don't dehydrate. My babies (4 of them) have all had warm water from about 2 - 3 weeks old to help with wind. Worked a treat.  They were breast fed for first few weeks and ... I would just like to add that if you have your children immunised they suggest giving your baby extra fluids including warm water so they don't dehydrate.

My babies (4 of them) have all had warm water from about 2 - 3 weeks old to help with wind. Worked a treat.  They were breast fed for first few weeks and didn't need the water then.

]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/388554/water//#388597 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/388554/water//#388597 Sat, 12 May 2007 23:57:41 -0700 Water MummaBear I gave mine water from about 8 weeks, but would certainly not recommend that to people as it could interfere with the feeding of the baby.  She was also on solids early and again I would never suggest people do that with their own even though mine was fine with it because it can have major negative side-effects.  Sorry, I ... http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/388554/water//#388586 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/388554/water//#388586 Sat, 12 May 2007 23:42:08 -0700 Water sluxton I gave water (cool boiled of course) to both my babies from birth - it breaks up wind.  They only need a couple of sips when you think they've got wind and it does make a difference.  My mother had 5 kids (a long time ago now of course) and ideas have changed since then but some of the old ... I gave water (cool boiled of course) to both my babies from birth - it breaks up wind.  They only need a couple of sips when you think they've got wind and it does make a difference.  My mother had 5 kids (a long time ago now of course) and ideas have changed since then but some of the old fashioned tips still are of great benefit.

Also, if the weather is very very hot, sorry, I just dont believe that breastmilk is enough.  I would always have spare bottle of cool boiled water handy each day even when fully breastfeeding and baby is not on solids.  You just never know, if you need to pop out and baby is thirsty, it is just handy and it doesn't do any harm at all.

]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/388554/water//#388568 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/388554/water//#388568 Sat, 12 May 2007 23:18:53 -0700 Water mumof1girl I think it's time now to give your child water. Like everyone else has said, and what i also did with my child, that i watered it down at about your child's age.

I think it's time now to give your child water. Like everyone else has said, and what i also did with my child, that i watered it down at about your child's age.

]]> http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/388554/water//#388563 http://www.minti.com/questions-and-answers/discussion/388554/water//#388563 Sat, 12 May 2007 23:14:32 -0700 Water MummaBear LOL maybe I'll break it down. Babies who are breastfed don't need water before 6 months if they are exclusively breastfed and on demand. Babies who are fomula fed may need it from 4 months as the formula isn't of a watery consistency like breast milk is. It's best to give a little bit of water with each meal. Have some food, wash ... LOL maybe I'll break it down.

Babies who are breastfed don't need water before 6 months if they are exclusively breastfed and on demand.

Babies who are fomula fed may need it from 4 months as the formula isn't of a watery consistency like breast milk is.

It's best to give a little bit of water with each meal. Have some food, wash it down with water, have a little more food, etc.

Giving water with a meal won't fill him up, giving it before may fill him up, giving it straight after he may refuse it.

He will drink less milk as he is having more water and food.  It's up to the baby really when he starts eating more food and having less milk. It's also up to the baby when he changes the order of the milk/solids you are giving him.  Just let the baby be your guide, I always did and Hannah's a very healthy eater and loves her water.  She chooses water over everything else.

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