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On a very hot, sunny day...

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dontmeanto · 23/04/2013 17:23

Does baby need cool water or anything besides breastmilk? Its just I can't imagine tucking into my body-temperature warm boob can be very cooling!

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midori1999 · 23/04/2013 17:32

Not if they are under 6 months and not on solids, probably not even if they are over 6 months and on solids.

Your baby will feed accordingly and IIRC, your body temperature adjusts slightly to accommodate breastfeeding too.

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dontmeanto · 23/04/2013 17:44

Wow, it's magical! Haha, thanks so much for quick response. She's 8 weeks nearly.

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MyNameIsAnAnagram · 23/04/2013 20:44

You will probably find she just feeds a lot more frequently when it's hot.

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BaronessBomburst · 24/04/2013 09:52

She won't - you will though! :)

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Emily28 · 24/04/2013 10:01

And remember: in England is not THAT hot.
Imagine moms with young babies in southern spain for example...it gets up to 40 there! I would say just dress her a bit lighter and put her where there is a slight (NOT DIRECT) breeze. As long as weather is less than 26degrees, should be completely fine.

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dontmeanto · 25/04/2013 10:25

Emily I am originally from Texas, so I KNOW heat! Last time I went home in the summer, my DS was 1 at the time. He came out in the worst heat rash. I felt awful! Wasn't breastfeeding him by then, though, so wasn't sure. Thanks for all replies.

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