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When Can I Give Water To Drink To A Infant?
Question: 1) When can I give water to drink to my baby ? My baby is 5 months old.
2) She keeps on chewing / biting her lower lip most of the time , is it something to worry about ?
2) She keeps on chewing / biting her lower lip most of the time , is it something to worry about ?
Brief Answer:
After 6 months
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Ideally breastfeed has enough water, so need to give extra water till 6 months. After completion of six months you can give water
Chewing biting lip is not to worry. Make sure mother gives regular breastfeeds. If baby is gaining weight and passing urine at least six to eight times per day, then no need to worry.
Wishing good health.
Regards,
Dr. Arun
After 6 months
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Ideally breastfeed has enough water, so need to give extra water till 6 months. After completion of six months you can give water
Chewing biting lip is not to worry. Make sure mother gives regular breastfeeds. If baby is gaining weight and passing urine at least six to eight times per day, then no need to worry.
Wishing good health.
Regards,
Dr. Arun
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