Baby Feeding Chart by Month
Medically reviewed by Safi Ullah Khan
Medically reviewed by Safi Ullah Khan · Written by Muneeb Rana · Last updated 21 October 2026
Quick answer: A baby feeding chart by month: newborns take about 1-2 oz per feed 8-12 times a day, rising to 3-4 oz by 1 month, 4-6 oz at 3-4 months and 6-8 oz at 6 months, when solids start (AAP, CDC). Breastfed babies feed on demand, usually 8-12 times a day at first.
TL;DR
- Amount per feed rises from 1-2 oz to 6-8 oz over the first 6 months.
- Feeds get fewer and bigger; solids start around 6 months.
- Most babies need no more than about 32 oz of formula a day (AAP).
This baby feeding chart by month brings together pediatric guidance on how much and how often babies eat, from the first day to the first birthday. Pick your baby's age for a full page with a sample schedule, signs of enough milk and when to call the doctor.
Baby feeding chart: newborn to 12 months
| Age | Formula per feed | Feeds in 24 h | Solids |
|---|---|---|---|
| newborn | 1-2 oz (30-60 ml) in the first week, rising to 2-3 oz (60-90 ml) by 2-4 weeks | 8-12 | None |
| 1-month-old | 3-4 oz (90-120 ml) | 7-9 | None |
| 2-month-old | 4-5 oz (120-150 ml) | 6-8 | None |
| 3-month-old | 4-6 oz (120-180 ml) | 5-7 | None yet |
| 4-month-old | 4-6 oz (120-180 ml) | 5-6 | Usually not yet |
| 5-month-old | 5-7 oz (150-210 ml) | 5-6 | Not yet for most babies |
| 6-month-old | 6-8 oz (180-240 ml) | 4-5 | Start around 6 months |
| 7-month-old | 6-8 oz (180-240 ml) | 4-5 | 2-3 meals a day with thicker, lumpier textures and soft finger foods |
| 8-month-old | 6-8 oz (180-240 ml) | 3-5 | 3 meals a day; mashed, chopped and finger foods |
| 9-month-old | 6-8 oz (180-240 ml) | 3-4 | 3 meals plus 1-2 snacks; family foods in suitable textures |
| 10-month-old | 6-8 oz (180-240 ml) | 3-4 | 3 meals plus 1-2 snacks; more finger foods and self-feeding |
| 11-month-old | 6-8 oz (180-240 ml) | 3-4 | 3 meals plus 2 snacks; most family foods, cut safely |
| 12-month-old | whole milk in a cup with meals; formula no longer needed for most | 3 meals + 2 snacks | Family foods |
How to use this chart
Numbers are typical ranges for healthy, full-term babies. Your baby's hunger and fullness cues, wet diapers and steady weight gain are the real guide. For a personal estimate based on weight, use the baby feeding calculator; for a printable version, see the interactive baby feeding chart. Premature babies may need different amounts; follow your care team's plan.
Formula vs breast milk
Formula amounts are easy to measure, so charts quote ounces. Breastfed babies regulate their own intake, so the CDC and AAP describe frequency instead: 8-12 feeds a day in the early weeks, spacing out as babies grow. Combination feeding? Log both, and judge by diapers and growth. Read how to track breastfeeding and how much breast milk to put in a bottle.
Starting solids
The AAP and NHS recommend starting solids at about 6 months, when your baby can sit with support, hold their head steady and shows interest in food. Milk stays the main source of nutrition through the first year. See when to start solids.
Tracking feeds
Logging feeds for a few weeks shows you patterns that are hard to remember at 3 am. In Tot you can log breastfeeding time and duration, bottles in oz or ml and solids, see the last feed on the home screen, and review feeding trends by day and week. See the baby feeding tracker.
Related: baby sleep schedule by age · baby development month by month · newborn feeding guide · ounces to ml converter
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Sources
- AAP HealthyChildren.org: Amount and Schedule of Baby Formula Feedings: www.healthychildren.org (accessed 21 October 2026)
- AAP HealthyChildren.org: How Often and How Much Should Your Baby Eat?: www.healthychildren.org (accessed 21 October 2026)
- CDC: How Much and How Often to Feed Infant Formula: www.cdc.gov (accessed 21 October 2026)
- CDC: How Much and How Often to Breastfeed: www.cdc.gov (accessed 21 October 2026)
- AAP HealthyChildren.org: Starting Solid Foods: www.healthychildren.org (accessed 21 October 2026)
- NHS: Your baby's first solid foods: www.nhs.uk (accessed 21 October 2026)
Medical disclaimer:
Tot and this website give general information only. Feeding, sleep and growth ranges vary; always follow your pediatrician's advice. If your baby is unwell, contact your doctor or emergency services.
FAQ
How much should a baby eat by month?
About 1-2 oz per feed for newborns, 3-4 oz at 1 month, 4-5 oz at 2 months, 4-6 oz at 3-4 months and 6-8 oz from 6 months, per AAP guidance.
How many times a day should a baby eat?
Newborns 8-12 times; by 6 months many formula-fed babies have 4-5 milk feeds plus solids.
What is the maximum formula per day?
The AAP says most babies need no more than about 32 oz (960 ml) in 24 hours.
When do babies start solids?
Around 6 months, when they show signs of readiness.
Is this chart the same for breastfed babies?
Breastfed babies feed on cue; frequency and diapers are better guides than ounces.
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