12/01/2026
One of the most overlooked health habits in children? Water intake.
Dehydration can affect your child’s energy, focus, digestion, and immunity — even before they say they’re thirsty.
Here’s a simple guide every parent should save 👇
👶 Toddlers (1–3 years):
💦 ~4 cups of water/day
🧒 Preschoolers (4–8 years):
💦 ~5–7 cups/day
👦👧 School-age kids (9–13 years):
💦 ~7–8 cups/day
⚠️ Kids may need MORE water if they are:
• Playing outdoors
• Exercising or sweating
• Sick (fever, diarrhea, vomiting)
• In hot or humid weather
🚨 Signs your child may be dehydrated:
• Dark yellow urine
• Dry lips or mouth
• Less frequent urination
• Fatigue or headache
• Irritability
💡 Doc Marie’s Tips:
✔ Offer water regularly — don’t wait for thirst
✔ Bring a water bottle to school
✔ Limit sugary drinks & juices
✔ Make water fun (cute bottles, reminders!)
🩵 Remember: Water is the simplest “vitamin” your child needs every single day.
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