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Is it to add an additional 20ml of water to the formula milk each time so as to increase baby's daily intake of water?
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Unnecessary : Properly diluted formula is a balanced nutrition that ounce for ounce provides a baby with all the fluid intake it needs for growth and development.Diluting the formula can reduce the caloric intake per day and slow growth. Babies don't need extra fluid if they are wetting diapers at least every 6 hours.
Answered 6/6/2013
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No: A child under 1 year of age doesn't need added water to formula or breastmilk. For formula, mix it according to the package directions. If it is particularly hot outside, okay to give some extra (20 cc) water total per day, but not necessary.
Answered 6/10/2013
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No: In fact, this can lead to water intoxication and possible seizures. Formula is formulated to contain enough water just as it is.
Answered 6/10/2013
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