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Calculate recommended infant feeding amounts based on age and weight. Get personalized formula and milk intake guidelines for babies 0-24 months.
60-90 ml per feeding, 8-12 times per day. Newborns have small stomachs and need frequent feedings.
90-120 ml per feeding, 6-8 times per day. Feeding intervals start to lengthen.
120-180 ml per feeding, 5-6 times per day. More consistent feeding schedule develops.
180-240 ml per feeding, 4-5 times per day. Solid foods are being introduced alongside milk.
240 ml per feeding, 3-4 times per day. Milk becomes complementary to solid foods.
What is Infant Feeding Calculation?
Calculating infant feeding amounts helps ensure your baby receives adequate nutrition for healthy growth and development. The amount of formula or breast milk a baby needs varies based on age, weight, and individual growth patterns.
This calculator uses pediatric guidelines to estimate appropriate feeding amounts. Formula-fed babies typically need about 150-200 ml per kilogram of body weight per day during the first 6 months, with amounts adjusted as solid foods are introduced.
Factors Affecting Feeding Amounts
- Age: Younger babies need more frequent, smaller feedings
- Weight: Heavier babies generally need more milk
- Growth spurts: Temporary increases in appetite are normal
- Activity level: More active babies may need slightly more
- Individual variation: Some babies naturally eat more or less
- Type of milk: Breast milk is digested faster than formula
Healthy Feeding Tips
- Feed on demand rather than strict schedules, especially for newborns
- Watch for hunger and fullness cues instead of forcing a specific amount
- Ensure formula is prepared correctly according to package instructions
- Never microwave bottles - warm in warm water instead
- Discard unused formula after 1 hour at room temperature
- Burp baby during and after feeding to reduce discomfort
- Hold baby at a 45-degree angle during feeding
- Allow baby to set the pace - never force feeding
Understanding Baby's Feeding Cues
Signs of Hunger
- Rooting (turning head and opening mouth)
- Sucking on hands or fists
- Smacking or licking lips
- Fussiness or crying (late hunger cue)
Signs of Fullness
- Slowing down or stopping sucking
- Turning away from the bottle
- Appearing relaxed and satisfied
- Falling asleep
Feeding Safety Guidelines
- Always check temperature before feeding - test on your wrist
- Use clean, sterilized bottles and nipples
- Prepare fresh formula for each feeding when possible
- Store prepared formula in refrigerator for no more than 24 hours
- Never prop bottles - always hold baby during feeding
- Watch for signs of milk allergy or intolerance
- Introduce one new food at a time when starting solids
- Keep track of wet diapers (6+ per day indicates adequate intake)