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Can I Give my Newborn Water?

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Can I Give my Newborn Water?

Sara Connolly, MD, FAAP, Board Certified Pediatrician • March 11, 2025 • 5 min read

You do not need to give your newborn water. Breast milk and formula, give your newborn all the water he or she needs at this age. More importantly, your baby needs all the energy, protein, and vitamins that are present in every gulp of milk. Giving your baby water will only replace that special liquid with something less nutritious.

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