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How do i keep my baby hydrated?
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Feed them - no water: Breast feeding or formula feeding is all babies need to stay hydrated and grow. Water is a no-no in newborns and young infants. It can cause the salts and fluids in their little bodies to become unbalanced and lead to serious problem. Newborns do not needs water.
Answered 11/25/2013
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Feed them : Breast milk and formula are perfectly designed to meet both fluid and caloric requirements. So if you are feeding your baby and they are happy, making tears, and wetting a goodly number of diapers then they are well hydrated. At times of water loss, such as fever or diarrhea, then pedialyte makes a good temporary rehydration solution. Water can do too in smaller amounts.
Answered 12/26/2014
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