You can stir up a quick homemade electrolyte drink with pantry basics you probably already have on hand. This makes 2 quarts, costs very little per batch, and it gives you a simple option to keep chilled when someone in the house needs gentle fluids instead of juice or milk.
Please note: It is very important for babies and children not to become dehydrated when they're sick! Use instead of juice or milk for diarrhea, vomiting,& fever. This blend does not aggravate the tummy.
Please note: It is very important for babies and children not to become dehydrated when they’re sick! Use instead of juice or milk for diarrhea, vomiting, & fever. This blend does not aggravate the tummy.
For a little extra perspective on dehydration warning signs and when to call the doctor, the American Academy of Pediatrics explains what to watch for in vomiting children.
- 🥄 Ingredients
- 📝 Instructions
- 🧊 Popsicle Variation
- 💡 Helpful Tips
- 🥤 Serving Suggestions
- 🧺 Storage
- 💸 Budget101® Price Breakdown: MYO Pedialyte Clone
- 🛒 Walmart Grocery List
- ❓ Frequently Asked Questions about MYO Pedialyte Clone
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Ingredients
- 2 quarts water, boiled and cooled
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 7 tablespoons sugar
- 1 packet sugar-free Kool-Aid (optional)
The Kool-Aid is optional, but it can make the drink a little easier to get down if plain salted-sweet liquids make everyone in the kitchen pull a face.
Instructions
- Boil the water, then let it cool completely.
- Add the baking soda, salt, sugar, and sugar-free Kool-Aid, if using.
- Mix the above ingredients well until everything is dissolved.
- Store in the refrigerator.
Popsicle Variation
You can also MYO popsicles by freezing in tiny dixie cups with popsicle sticks.
If you go this route, leave a little headspace at the top of each cup so the mixture has room to expand as it freezes. Small cups also make it easier to offer tiny amounts at a time.
Helpful Tips
- Cool the water first. Adding the dry ingredients after the water cools helps keep the flavor cleaner and makes it ready to refrigerate right away.
- Stir until fully dissolved. Sugar and salt left sitting on the bottom means the first glass will be weak and the last one will taste like a bad decision.
- Keep it plain if needed. Skip the Kool-Aid if you want an unflavored version.
- Try small servings often. Sipping slowly is usually easier than drinking a full glass all at once.
- If you like easy homemade basics, take a peek at MYO Lemonade Popsicles or MYO Smoothies for Babies & Toddlers for other kid-friendly freezer and drink ideas.
Serving Suggestions
Serve this chilled in small amounts rather than handing over a giant glass and hoping for the best. It also works well frozen into small pops so you can offer a little at a time when sipping is tough.
Storage
Store the prepared drink in a covered pitcher or sealed jar in the refrigerator for up to 3 to 4 days. That shelf life is a conservative estimate based on standard refrigerated leftover guidance for prepared foods and drinks. If it smells off, turns cloudy, or has been sitting out too long, toss it and make a fresh batch.
If you freeze it into popsicles, use them within about 2 months for best quality. They stay safest when frozen solid and kept covered so they do not pick up freezer odors.
💸 Budget101® Price Breakdown: MYO Pedialyte Clone
Ingredient |
Walmart Item |
Pkg Price |
Amount Used |
Cost Used |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Water |
– |
2 quarts |
$0.01 |
|
Baking soda |
$0.92 |
1 t. |
$0.01 |
|
Salt |
$0.62 |
1 t. |
$0.01 |
|
Sugar |
$2.98 |
7 T. |
$0.14 |
|
Sugar-free Kool-Aid |
$0.28 |
1 packet |
$0.28 |
💸 |
Cost |
|---|---|
🧾 Total Batch Cost |
$0.45 |
👨👩👧👦 Cost Per Serving |
$0.03 |
📅 Walmart prices last verified August 26, 2026. Prices may vary by location and are subject to change. Learn how to calculate the cost of a recipe on your own!
🛒 Walmart Grocery List
- Distilled Water, 1 Gallon
- Baking Soda, 16 oz
- Iodized Salt, 26 oz
- Granulated Sugar, 4 lb
- Sugar-Free Drink Mix Packet, 0.16 oz
Not sure exactly what this batch costs you per serving? Here’s how to break down the real cost of any recipe so you know before you shop.
Frequently Asked Questions about MYO Pedialyte Clone
Absolutely. The Kool-Aid is optional, so you can make this plain if you prefer. It only changes the flavor, not the basic mix of water, sugar, salt, and baking soda.
Yes, and that’s a handy way to offer small amounts slowly. Freeze the mixture in tiny Dixie cups with popsicle sticks and leave a little room at the top so the liquid can expand.
Plan on 3 to 4 days in the fridge in a covered container. After that, quality drops off and it’s smarter to mix a fresh batch than gamble on an old pitcher of anything meant for a sick kid.
Use a clean pitcher, mason jar, or bottle with a tight lid. A sealed container helps keep refrigerator odors out and makes it easier to shake the mixture again if anything settles.
Boiling gives you a cleaner starting point, and cooling it first keeps the finished drink ready for the refrigerator. It also helps when you want to serve it chilled right away instead of waiting around with a sick child and a warm jug.
You can. Use 1 quart water, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 3 1/2 tablespoons sugar. If you want flavor, use about half a packet of the sugar-free drink mix.
Just stir or shake it again before serving. That settling usually means the mixture wasn’t fully dissolved the first time, so give it an extra minute and make sure the bottom of the pitcher feels clear, not gritty.
That’s exactly how this version is intended to be used. It’s meant as a gentle alternative to juice or milk during diarrhea, vomiting, or fever, since those can be harder on an upset stomach.
Offer small sips often instead of a full glass. Tiny servings tend to go down easier, and the popsicle version works well when even sipping feels like a battle.
You can make a batch ahead and keep it chilled for a few days, but this isn’t a long-term pantry mix. Since it only keeps about 3 to 4 days in the refrigerator, it’s best for short-term make-ahead use.
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MYO Pedialyte Clone
Equipment
Materials
- 2 quarts water boiled and cooled
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 7 tablespoons sugar
- 1 packet sugar-free Kool-Aid optional
Instructions
- Boil the water and let it cool completely.
- Add the baking soda, salt, sugar, and sugar-free Kool-Aid, if using.
- Stir well until the sugar and salts are fully dissolved.
- Refrigerate until ready to serve.
- For popsicles, pour into tiny Dixie cups, add popsicle sticks, and freeze until solid.
Notes
Prep time is an estimate based on measuring, mixing, and cooling already-boiled water before refrigeration.
Estimated cost uses current online ingredient pricing and the amount used, including an estimated $0.50 for 1 sugar-free drink mix packet. Prices vary by store and date.
Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 to 4 days.
Freeze popsicles up to 2 months for best quality.
