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2024-05-27 16:15:17
My baby is exclusively on breastfeeding. He is 5 months old. Its very hot is jammu now a days. Can i give him water
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No need of water

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Water to be given after 6 months
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For detailed dietary guidelines. Consult

Answered2024-05-28 05:09:54

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No need of water however hot it be. Breast milk if adequate, meets baby's requirements

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No . Continue breast milk .

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Greetings it is good to feed the child every 2 th hourly.and regarding water it's better to start 6months

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Continue only with breastfeeds. Breast milk contains enough water for your baby and she/he will not require anything extra for the initial six months of life unless there is loose stools or vomiting which can be replaced by WHO ORS

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