8 Month Old Won't Nurse Or Drink Formula

A week ago my 8 month old refused to nurse and continues to refuse. He will not drink formula. Not from a bottle, a sippy cup, or a cup. I can get a bit into him with a dropper or spoon. He also will not drink water/apple juice from any of the above either.

He will eat his baby cereal and his veggies and fruit with a bit of a fight. So I've been watering the food down so that he gets more liquid in his diet, and am mixing formula in his food, but am worried he is not getting enough to drink and will get dehydrated.

What could be causing this refusal to drink?

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Baby Help Line Response:

Hi Mom!

It is hard to know why your son has decided to not drink. He could be teething or have a slightly sore throat.

Babies do get ideas, and most likely things will go back to normal pretty soon. Just keep trying!

You might want to try other types of juices or offer him your own glass, with hope that this is so exciting that he actually drinks. A new colorful bottle or cup or even a cup with a straw could also make him interested.

Also, do exactly what you do with watering his foods and offer him food with hight water content, such as fruits, cucumber, tomatoes etc.

And watch for signs of constipation, such as that he is not peeing. In such case, contact a doctor to discuss the situation.

Good luck!

Paula

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