In a pinch, sports drinks are acceptable when you need to get fluids into a dehydrated child, but Pedialyte or any other electrolyte solution is definitely a better choice, since it's specifically formulated for that purpose.
Milk is also fine.
But don't give your child plain water because it lacks the essential salts that she's losing through her diarrhea or vomiting. See other parents' comments on this topic. Click to get free Charmin materials today. All rights reserved. This internet site provides information of a general nature and is designed for educational purposes only.