How much formula newborns and babies need?
The amount of formula that a newborn baby needs can vary depending on several factors, including weight and age. However, in general, newborns will consume about 2-3 ounces of formula per feeding and have about 6-8 feedings per day.
It's important to note that these are just general guidelines, and the amount of formula that a baby needs can vary depending on their individual needs. Finding the right formula that is both healthy and tasty for your little one is definitely hard too. To make things easier, you can check our formula product range to make sure your little one gets the healthiest and tastiest food they need!
How much formula for a newborn
Some babies may consume more or less formula per feeding, and may need more or fewer feedings per day. Here are some key points on how much formula for newborn can be required:
- 0-1 month: 2-3 oz per feeding, 8-12 feedings per day
- 1-2 months: 4-5 oz per feeding, 6-8 feedings per day
- 2-3 months: 6-7 oz per feeding, 5-7 feedings per day
Please note that your baby may not fit perfectly into these guidelines, and it's always best to consult with your pediatrician for guidance to prevent your baby gets less or more formula than they need and on how much formula your baby needs.
It's as equally important to remember that a baby's weight and age may not be the only factors that determine the amount of formula they need. Other factors, such as their individual growth patterns, health status, and appetite should also be considered. Luckily, in modern day everything is made easier with baby feeding chart by weight or age.
Formula feeding chart by weight and Formula feeding chart by age
To guide our parents for their little one’s feeding journey, we have prepared a little chart to help you along the way. According to your baby’s age, you can follow this baby formula feeding chart to keep track of how much food your baby should be fed and how often.
Age
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Food
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How much
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How often
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0-1 months
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Breast milk
Formula
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Nurse every 2-3 hours
2-3 ounces, every 3-4 hours
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8-12 feedings/day
Continue to feed your baby on-demand regardless of breast milk or formula
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1-2 months
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Breast milk
Formula
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Nurse every 2-3 hours
Approximately 4 ounces
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8-12 feedings/day
6-8 feedings/day
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2-4 months
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Breast milk
Formula
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Nurse every 3-4 hours
4-6 ounces
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6-7 feedings/day
5-6 feedings/day
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4-6 months
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Breast milk
Formula Infant cereal
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Nurse every 3-4 hours
4-8 ounces
1-2 tablespoons
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6-7 feedings/day
5-7 feedings/day
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6-9 months
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Breast milk
Formula
Infant cereal
Fruits or vegetables
Meats or beans
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Nurse every 4 hours
6-8 ounces
2-4 tablespoons
2-3 tablespoons
1-2 tablespoons
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5-6 feedings/day
4-6 feedings/day
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9-12 months
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Breast milk
Formula
Infant cereal
Fruits or vegetables
Meats or beans
Dairy such as cheese or yogurt
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Nurse every 4 hours
6-8 ounces
2-4 tablespoons
3-4 tablespoons
3-4 tablespoons
½ - 4 ounces
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5-6 feedings/day
4-6 feedings/day
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If you are looking for other signs to make sure your little one is fed and well there are other ways to do it as well! It's quite important to monitor your baby's wet and dirty diapers, and if your baby is consistently producing less urine, or if their urine is dark yellow, it may be a sign that they are not getting enough formula. Kindly consult with your pediatrician immediately if that is the case.