Parents warned against giving water to breastfed babies even in heatwave
dailyrecord.co.ukStaying hydrated is important in summertime, when a cold drink of water hits the spot and helps cool you down.Kids and adults are encouraged to quench their thirst with water, but some parents of young children have been warned against giving their little ones a sip.
The NHS says that fully breastfed babies under six months don't need water until they've started eating solid foods. Advising against drinking water may seem counterintuitive, but babies who are exclusively breastfed receive all the hydration they need from breastmilk.
Formula-fed babies may need water in hot weather, the NHS advises that tap water is actually not sterile and needs to be boiled first, the Mirror reports.
The NHS website states: "For babies under 6 months, you should not use water straight from the mains tap in the kitchen as it is not sterile. "You will need to boil the tap water first and then let it cool down.
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