19/06/2024
Is it hot where you are today?
Wondering if your little one who’s 0-6 months needs extra water to stay cool?
The answer is no (but always speak with your healthcare provider if you have questions).
If you’re feeding directly at the breast or chest, you little one will likely want to feed more often to quench their thirst. Continue to follow their cues and feed whenever they’re showing signs (hands to mouth, licking their lips, rooting).
Babies who are receiving only human milk (whether at the breast or by bottle) may feed more often to keep themselves hydrated in this hot weather.
Formula fed babies may also want to feed more often to keep hydrated.
Water shouldn’t be given to babies under 6 months of age as we don’t want to fill their tummies with it instead of their main food (or milk or formula).
Babies who are 6 months and older who have started solid foods in addition to their milk or formula feedings should be offered some milk in an open or straw cup along with their solid foods.
Check out ‘s website for more info.
https://www.lllc.ca/breastfeeding-summer-or-hot-weather #:~:text=Breastfeeding%20a%20warm%20baby%20on,a%20bathtub%20or%20children's%20pool.
