Water is necessary for carrying nutrients to your cells, flushing bacteria from your system, preventing dehydration, and replacing fluids lost from sweating, but you may not need to drink as much as you thought.
Stephen R. Daniels. pediatrician. No. You shouldn't give your newborn water or sugar water. And if you're feeding powdered or concentrated formula to your baby, never dilute it with more than the amount of water called for on the label. Your infant will get all the necessary hydration from breast milk or formula.
My opinion Feb 2, 2013 05:18:40 PM ET. Yes, let's use common sense. you are not going to give your baby full bottles of water, but just one ounce a day! one ounce only, and not just before feed time, nor to fill'em up after a feed. from a month old or there abouts should be fine, but your midwife should guide you. Reply | Report.