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Can i give my 5.5 months old baby ,frequently drinking water? pediatrician says no
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Postpone Water: Giving water "frequently" to a 5.5 month old infant is neither necessary nor recommended. Breast milk and formula provide all that is necessary for your infant in the first 6 months. Giving too much water (which is easy to do) can cause serious electrolyte disturbances, less nutritional intake, and more. Additionally, breast milk protects against diarrheal illnesses, ear infections and more.
Answered 10/4/2016
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