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Fully breastfed babies do not need any water until they've started eating solid foods. During hot weather they may want to breastfeed more than usual. Formula fed babies under 6 months of age may need small sips of cooled boiled water during hot weather as well as their usual milk feeds.
Your formula-fed baby may occasionally need extra water, especially in hot weather, when they’re likely to be thirstier than usual. However, only give them small amounts of water at a time. You don’t want water to replace a formula feed and make your baby too full for their milk.
Jan 11, 2024 · Do not add extra water when making up a feed. Too little powder may not give your baby enough nourishment. Do not add sugar or cereals to your baby's formula. Never warm up formula in a microwave, as it may heat the feed unevenly and burn your baby's mouth.
If you feed your baby formula milk, you might need to offer them water in hot weather as well as the milk. Make sure you boil and cool the water before you give it to them. How do I know my baby’s getting enough to drink? In hot weather, it’s important to offer your baby frequent milk feeds, whether you are breastfeeding, formula feeding or both.
Make up a fresh feed only when your baby needs it. The water must still be hot when you use it, to destroy any bacteria in the formula powder. Remember to cool the bottle (with the lid on) under cold running water before you feed it to your baby. If you cannot follow the advice for making up a feed away from home. If it's not possible to follow ...
For the first six months (until your baby starts eating solid foods) your child should get all his or her fluids from breast milk or formula. Formula-fed babies may need water as part of their formula depending on the type of formula being given.
Your formula-fed baby may occasionally need extra water, especially if the weather is hot and she’s thirstier than usual. But only give small amounts of water at a time. You don’t want water to replace a feed and make your baby too full for her milk.
