2007-01-22 10:26:29 · 25 answers · asked by Lewis 4 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
Yes. It doesn't matter who makes the juice. It should always be diluted for a baby. And in response to someone else's comment, don't worry, a seven month old is plenty old enough for juice.
2007-01-22 11:02:16 · answer #1 · answered by Wiccan~Momma 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Absolutely! Most doctor's recommend that kids receive no more than 4 oz. of juice daily. I used to put about an ounce of juice and the rest water when my daughter was that age. I still cut the juice with water to decrease the sugar intake. Personally, I think the longer you can hold off on the juice the better...
2007-01-22 18:30:47 · answer #2 · answered by Stephanie B 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes. That is actually a smart move. The water will take away from the acids in the juice. Too much acidity can lead to diaper rash!! I would suggest half and half. so, if it is about 4 oz. I would add at least 3 or 4 oz. of water.
2007-01-22 18:30:12 · answer #3 · answered by hugs.girl 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
it wont hurt, but gerber is formulated to fit baby's tummy. i wouldnt cut half like u would reg juice. but 1 part water to 2 parts juice cant be a bad thing.
2007-01-22 18:40:09 · answer #4 · answered by jean grey 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
yes, my sisters has 2 kids one is 3 and the other 6 and she still does 50/50 with apple juice and orange juices, if u dont they will get cramps and sometimes dirrea
2007-01-22 18:39:40 · answer #5 · answered by crossbone 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I diluted it to avoid diarrhea which seems to happen with apple juice. But, I'd still call your pediatrician. Don't be afraid to ask them the question. It's part of their job. They expect questions like this.
2007-01-22 18:29:53 · answer #6 · answered by ME 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I would. When my granddaughter drinks juice straight it causes severe diarrhea but when its watered down it doesnt cause that (this was when she was under 1 yr old, now shes 2 and they still have to water it down.
2007-01-22 18:29:22 · answer #7 · answered by Dovahkiin 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes, that's a good idea. Gives the baby a little extra water to boot. Always a good thing!
2007-01-22 18:30:21 · answer #8 · answered by Hi Y'all! 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
a pediatrician told my wife and I once this quote...we asked how do we know...when the baby is cold, hungry, hot, yada yada yada...he said "if you are hot, the baby's hot, if you're cold, the baby's cold, if you're hungry, how do you act, etc" I would think he would say, "taste it, if it's too sweet, cut it with water".
Apple juice will give your baby some vitamins and "natural"(hopefully) sugars. They need water too, so cutting it is not a bad thing.
2007-01-22 18:30:22 · answer #9 · answered by kb6jra 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
i wouldn't give juice of any sort to a seven month old....i would give water and formula(or whatever) and tiny soft fruit bits as a finger food.... fruit juice, i think is too sugary but if you choose to give it...i would add water to it...yes
2007-01-22 18:31:03 · answer #10 · answered by kitten 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋