Babies require four to six ounces (about half a cup) of water each day starting at six months. If a baby is still being breastfed or fed formula, they probably don’t require much additional water, though some may need more.

Breast milk is a gift from the Creator that is bestowed upon infants. Many women complain that their milk is overly watery however this is not true because breast milk is naturally 88% water. Breast milk is separated into two major components: