How much water does your baby drink?

[2020newmum]

I'm trying to increase DS's water intake as I don't think he's having enough. He currently has about 30ml (1 fluid ounce) per mealtime, so 90ml a day. Is that about right or should he be having more?

He's also having 600ml of formula every day so presumably that also counts towards his overall fluid intake? I also try to give him watery fruits and veg like pear puree and watermelon.

Does anyone know what the recommended amount is for a 9 month old baby?

Anyone?

Sounds fine especially if they're still taking that amount of milk

That sounds fine to me. Yes the formula counts towards his fluid intake.

Oh thank you @dementedpixie - I thought it seemed like very little!

My 9 month old has about the same amount of water three times a day, and three breastfeeds. I plan to drop one of these feeds over the next couple of weeks.

Thanks everyone. I’ve just read that babies aged 6-12 months should ideally be drinking 2-8 fluid ounces of water per day, so it sounds like DS is in the right ballpark after all.

Whete does it say that? Is it on an nhs guide? I didn't think there was a guide tbh

I got it from this site: riseandshine.childrensnational.org/keeping-your-baby-hydrated-during-summer/

But just noticed that this site suggests 4-6 fluid ounces per day: www.whattoexpect.com/first-year/feeding-your-baby/giving-water-to-baby.aspx

On the other hand they’re both US sites, so maybe ignore my previous comment. I can’t find any specific guidance from the NHS!