Lack of hydration can have serious consequences for kids.  And if you have children, you probably know that one of the main challenges can be getting them to drink enough water; some just don’t like the taste, while others would prefer to grab a soda. If you’re faced with this problem, here are 5 tricks to get your child to drink more water.

1. Add Some Flavor

Add different flavors to the water. You can do this by chopping up different fruits, squeezing some fresh fruit juice, or heavily diluting juices. Strawberries are often a favorite among children but choose any suitable fruit if you know it appeals to them. You could also add some natural flavors such as vanilla, mint, or perhaps buy a natural water that comes with added flavorings.

2. Let Children Serve Themselves

Accessibility can be key. Allow your children to serve themselves when they want to and make sure that water is readily available. If they don’t like tap water, or you’re concerned about impurities, buy filtered or bottled water instead.

3. Make It Fun

With so many sodas available on the market, plain tap water can seem dull in comparison so find ways to make it fun! Character themed glasses, fun straws, shaped ice cubes or anything else that gives the water a colorful, visual appeal will make it appear more attractive to children. Let your children choose which fun options they prefer as this can make them more likely to drink the water.

4. Make It A Habit

Some children just need to get into the habit of drinking water; make it part of the mealtime ritual. Ensure that everyone has a glass of water available. This will help make it part of the family routine, which might make it more acceptable to your child.

5. Start A Contest

There aren’t many children who don’t like a competition. Hold a contest to see who can drink the most water – and let the whole family join in. Make small prizes available to act as an incentive, however, don’t let your children drink too much water as excessive amounts can be bad for their health, too.

Conclusion

Water is essential to children, but they often don’t drink enough of it. The above tricks will make drinking water fun, rather than it feeling like a chore. Try a few different tricks and see which one’s work best for your children.

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