The answer won’t surprise you, but the amount might.

Published: June 29, 2016 | Updated: November 27, 2019

Staying hydrated can go a long way toward keeping your child out of the doctor’s office this summer. Not surprisingly, experts say to lay off sugary drinks like sodas and fruit juices and stick to water, especially when playing outdoors in the summer heat. How much water should your child drink, and what are the benefits? Take a look at the chart below.