babies.

hotmama3 · #1 Feb 9, 2006, 05:50 PM

I just had a baby on friday and i was wondering if i could give my baby water, and if so what type?

educatedhorse_2005 · Feb 9, 2006, 06:05 PM

no don't give water to new borns

weda_7526 · Feb 9, 2006, 07:20 PM

yes you can give a newborn water. It helps when they are constipated and dehydrated.

weda_7526 · Feb 9, 2006, 07:23 PM

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Originally Posted by weda_7526

yes you can give a newborn water. It helps when they are constipated and dehydrated.

Make sure it is purified water. Do not add sugar or honey to the water.

orange · Feb 9, 2006, 07:26 PM

Actually water is generally bad for newborns. If they are at all jaundiced, it can make them worse, and it also interferes with breastfeeding. They normally don't need any extra water. Please read this article for more info:

http://www.todaysparent.com/baby/foo...nt=1240&page=1

bizygurl · Feb 10, 2006, 05:35 AM

You need to consult your pediatrician about this. Because no one has a defenite answer about this. Don't give your baby any until you talk to the doctor.

DJ 'H' · Feb 10, 2006, 05:41 AM

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Originally Posted by bizygurl

You need to consult your pediatrician about this. Because no one has a defenite answer about this. Don't give your baby any until you talk to the doctor.

I agree with Bizygurl. All babies are different and it always depends on circumstances and the babies situation. Talk to your doctor to find out if its a good idea or not.

Curlyben · Feb 10, 2006, 05:50 AM

Hey lookie a bloke joins in

While our daughter was in special care we were advised to give her either purified water or cooled boiled water.
You must always remember to wind them afterwards as well.
As has already been said it is best to ask your own Doctor as opinions are divided on this matter.

fredg · Feb 10, 2006, 06:04 AM

HI,
Please ask your Doctor, for his/her advise on this. As you can see, there are varying opinions. Your Doctor would be the best to answer this for your baby.
Congratulations!!!
I do wish you and the baby all the best.

NeedKarma · Feb 10, 2006, 06:05 AM

An anonymous internet message board is no place for this kind of urgent Medical question. Many hospitals have a mother/baby hotline or you should call your family doctor.



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