I don't post on TN or TB very often, but I feel like everything I've posted on TB is related to my MIL somehow! She has all kinds of crazy advice! And almost all of it our pedi has recommended we NOT follow.
Anyway, here's the latest. This might be perfectly legit, but as a FTM, I don't know and am just curious. Our DD has recently had issues with gas, which we give her gripe water for and has worked great. Tonight MIL told us we should just give her regular water for gas. Does anyone do that? Does it really work?
Re: Anyone give their baby plain ol' water for gas?
AGREED ! Its very bad for newborns/infants!!!
Giving water to an infant can also cause water intoxication, a serious condition that happens when too much water dilutes the concentration of sodium in the body, upsetting the electrolyte balance and causing tissues to swell. It's uncommon but serious, potentially causing seizures and even a coma.
When your baby reaches 6months its okay to give them little sips of water(generally no more than 1/2 an oz)
My little one gets gassy and i just switched her from Enfamil premium to enfamil gentlease. i also BF, it seems to be working for her !
Good Luck!!
I dont think it would work for gas, and I believe you should not give a newborn TOO much plain water because it can mess up their electrolytes.
A small amount of water is fine if reqired for things like constipation, but its not to replace feedings.
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