No Water For Infants
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My pediatrician always told me that my infants didn’t need water, they got enough hydration from breast milk or the formula they had. Now I read that is exactly true. Babies under six months old should not drink water. Consuming too much water can put babies at risk of a potentially life-threatening condition known as water intoxication.
Because babies’ kidneys aren’t yet mature, giving them too much water causes their bodies to release sodium along with excess water. Symptoms of water intoxication can include irritability, drowsiness, low body temperature or swelling in the face. If you think your baby may be dehydrated or constipated and needs water in addition to formula or breast milk, consult your pediatrician.
If you think your child may have water intoxication, or if an infant as a seizure, they should seek medical attention immediately.
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