herbal teas for baby?

[Roz1977]

hi girls, i was wondering if anyone knows if it is ok to give my 7 month old decaffeinated herbal teas.

Thank you!
he doesnt want diluted juice and hardly sips his water.

[Roz1977]

Thank you!

[JoyRenee]

Some babies are not allowed to have water as it can throw off their electrolytes (usually babies born prematurely or are under a certain percentile for weight). My 2nd daughter was allowed to have water, per her pediatrician's suggestion, for constipation because she was in the 75th percentile. So I don't doubt babies CAN have water. But for the most part they should be getting their fluids through breastmilk and formula.

[Roz1977]

My Ped actually said that my baby should be drinking water after 6 months. Most babies do drink little sips of water through out the day especially now that its hot outside. He still does get his formula but that is 3 times a day i would think he might get thirsty in between his bottles.

[JoyRenee]

I would not give it to a baby. There's no reason a baby would need tea, nor do babies drink water. They should be given only breastmilk/formula unless otherwise indicated by a doctor.

[Roz1977]

Thank you for your response. i did read it may cause problems but i could not get a straight answer. i will contact my ped.

[spade22]

In this case you really need to consult w/ your baby's pediatrician.  Some herbal teas contain substances that could be problematic to a young baby.