Question
Since birth, my grandmother has been giving my baby walnut shell water. Is this okay?
Answer
Breastfed infants should not be provided with any liquid beverages other than vitamin A or vitamin D. Formula-fed infants should not receive additional fluids unless they show signs of severe dehydration, such as vomiting and nausea. For babies with early-onset breastmilk jaundice, it is recommended to give them frequent, small feedings of breast milk and to avoid feeding sugary water or other incorrect practices. Increasing the frequency of breastfeeding can help with milk ejection.