Water is very important to each and every one of us. It is essential for us every day and cannot be left without water. Water is closely related to life. Adults are like this, and babies also need to drink water every day. Drinking water regularly is very beneficial to our health. My baby is already very old at six months old. So, how much water should they drink at six months old?
How much water does a baby drink at six months old
Babies usually drink 80-100 milliliters of water at six months old, 4-6 times a day. Attention should be paid to the room temperature, activity level, body temperature, and water content in the milk or food consumed by the baby, which can affect their water requirements. Parents should supplement their babies with approximately 10-15% of their body weight in water every day based on their own condition. If the baby's urine is normal, they can be given small amounts of water multiple times according to the actual situation. If the baby sweats a lot, they should be given more water times instead of the amount.
The correct time for babies to drink water
1. Time period not recommended for drinking water:
It is not recommended for babies to drink a lot of water one hour before or during meals. Because babies generally have weaker digestive abilities, drinking a lot of water before and during meals can dilute stomach acid and affect digestion. After exercising, babies may experience severe dehydration of their body cells due to high-intensity exercise. Suddenly, excessive hydration can cause the cells to absorb water and expand.
2. Recommended drinking time period:
It is best for babies to drink water between meals, in small amounts and multiple times. Never wait until you are thirsty to drink water, because by then your body is already dehydrated and has suffered some degree of damage. When babies wake up on an empty stomach in the morning, they may lose a lot of water due to hidden sweating and urine secretion during sleep. Even if they don't feel thirsty after waking up, their blood will still become sticky due to lack of water. Drinking a glass of water at this time can reduce blood viscosity and increase circulating blood volume.
Parents should pay attention to the amount of water their babies drink at six months old. If parents notice signs of fever or hot weather in summer, they can give their babies plenty of water. If you find that your baby doesn't drink much water, there's no need to worry too much. As long as the amount of water is sufficient, it includes the water content in the baby's milk and other things. May every baby grow up safely and healthily.
