Hydration Tips & Feeder Ideas

When you start solids, parents ask how much water is OK and which liquids help digestion. Breast milk or formula remains baby’s main fluid through the first year, but small sips of water and certain hydrating purees can support digestion and prevent constipation. The Forage Feeder + Explorer Kit make it easy to portion hydrating purees and offer chilled, soothing snacks.

When can I give my baby water?

Start offering small sips of water around 6 months, when solids begin. Keep amounts modest — typically a few ounces across the day — and continue prioritizing breast milk or formula as the main drink.

How much water is too much?

Too much water in very young infants can be unsafe. For babies 6–12 months, a common range is about 4–8 ounces (½ to 1 cup) per day spread across meals; check with your pediatrician for personalized guidance.

Which juices or hydrating purees help gut health & hydration?

Whole-fruit purees are usually preferable to straight juice. When constipation or mild stool changes appear, small portions of certain juices or purees can help:

• Pear puree — gentle, hydrating, and contains natural sorbitol.
• Prune puree or diluted prune juice — effective for constipation in small amounts.
• Apple or pear juice (diluted) — occasional, small amounts can help; limit total juice to avoid excess sugar.
• Water-rich purees: watermelon, cucumber, cooked pear/peach — good chilled in a feeder for hydration and soothing.
• Low-sodium bone broth (occasional): can be offered in very small quantities for flavor and electrolytes — check with your pediatrician first.
  
  
  

How Moss & Fawn can help

Use Explorer Kit freezer trays to portion single-serve purees (pear, prune, watermelon). Pop a cube into the Forage Feeder for a chilled, hydrating snack that soothes gums and offers gentle fluids while baby explores textures. Always supervise and consult your pediatrician before giving juices to infants.