Feeding Amount Based on Weight

Always speak with your pediatrician or lactation consultant before following feeding recommendations

Hint: To calculate amount per feeding, simply divide the required amount by the number of feedings per day.

Example:

If your baby weighs 5.04 pounds and eats 10 times per day (24 hour time period), take the required amount according to the chart below of 14 ounces and divide it by 10 (daily number of feeds). Your baby will need to consume approximately 1.4 ounces of milk per feeding.

The following information was adopted from the Methodist Women's Center, San Antonio, Texas.

The information contained in this website should not be used as a substitute for the medical care or advice from your pediatrician. Your pediatrician may have specific recommendations based on your child's individual circumstances.

Feeding Amount Based on Weight

Always speak with your pediatrician or lactation consultant before following feeding recommendations

Hint: To calculate amount per feeding, simply divide the required amount by the number of feedings per day.

Example:

If your baby weighs 5.04 pounds and eats 10 times per day (24 hour time period), take the required amount according to the chart below of 14 ounces and divide it by 10 (daily number of feeds). Your baby will need to consume approximately 1.4 ounces of milk per feeding.

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