The biggest problem faced by postpartum mothers is the feeding of their babies. Some postpartum mothers breastfeed directly, while others breastfed their infants without breast milk with formula milk. Do babies after one month need to be fed water?
For full-term infants who are exclusively breastfed, it is usually not necessary to specifically feed the baby water, as breast milk contains a large amount of water that is sufficient to meet the needs of the baby's body. However, if the weather is hot and the baby will sweat a lot, or if the baby's body is very hot, it is also appropriate to let the baby drink some warm water. When feeding a baby water, do not feed it before feeding to avoid affecting the baby's milk intake. You can choose to let the baby drink some warm water between meals, but it is recommended not to drink too much. At the same time, breastfeeding mothers should consume more dairy products to provide sufficient milk for their babies and promote their healthy development.
What is the standard amount of water for newborns to drink?
The standard of water intake for newborns is usually determined based on their stool. If his stool is very dry and his urine is very yellow, it proves that his body is very dehydrated. Parents can give him some water appropriately, but not too much. About 10 milliliters at once is sufficient. It's best to have warm water, not too hot or too cold. Give the baby water according to their constitution. Generally speaking, a one kilogram baby can supplement about 100 milliliters of water per day. For infants over one year old and weighing 4 kilograms, give them approximately 600 milliliters of water. In summer, the weather is very hot and humid. You can give him some water to drink appropriately, but not too much, as it puts a great burden on his heart and kidneys. When drinking water, it is best to drink it before meals and not after meals.
