It's Hot and Baby Needs Water!

I've heard it all throughout the summer while I breastfed my 3. "You need to give that baby water. She's gonna dehydrate in this heat!"
Let me be the one to put your worry to rest. A baby needing water in addition to breastmilk due to hot weather is a MYTH.


Yes, it's true that a baby needs extra hydration in the hotter months, but breastmilk will provide all of the hydration needed. Furthermore, foremilk contains a high content of water to quench baby's thirst. Frequent nursing may be in order and that is fine. Just be sure that you're getting enough water. Being thirsty won't affect your production, but to avoid any possibility of dehydration on your behalf it's best to have some extra water nearby.