I breastfeed but also supplement but my baby gets the concentrated kind where you add water?

Question

now I read that the water can cause electrolyte imbalance...I'm scared, the concentrated kind you have to add water so I add 1/2 water and 1/2 formula will my baby be okay? I also boil the water first.

Answer 1

boiling isn't necessary

electrolyte imbalance is only caused by giving improperly mixed formula or straight water

Answer 2

Buy distilled water for your baby's bottles.  

Answer 3

Yes your baby will be okay. You have to add water to make the formula. What they mean is straight water.  

Answer 4

I use the nursery water.  You can buy it at your local grocery store or at Walmart.  It comes in a gallon jug for around $1-$1.50.  I just don't trust of local water.  I tried boiling water with my 1st and it was a pain so I just started using the nursery water.  I'm not sure what caused electrolyte imbalance, but just mix it the way the directions say and you should be fine.