Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist Questions Water

Can I feed water to my 3 month old baby?

My mom has been advising me that we shouldn’t give water to a baby until they're six months. But I just feel it is so hot that he may need some water. Is it safe to give my 3 month old baby water?

1 Answer

No, water needs of a 3 month old is adequately met with by breast milk or formula feeding. Giving water would be a risk factor for electrolyte disturbances which can lead to other problems.