Water For Babies - Can We Give Water To Six Month Old Baby In

Water for babies

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Can we give water to six month old baby in summer? If yes, in what quantity? I have recently started solids. Please guide

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Dr. Manjeet

Pediatrician 7 yrs exp Mohali

Good evening You can start giving water to your baby Start in small amounts like 2-3 tsp

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