How much formula should my baby be drinking?
All babies are not created equal, therefore, individual nutrition needs vary from child to child. For this reason, it’s a good idea to follow an example of ounces of formula per pound of body weight. An average baby should consume two or three ounces of formula per day for every pound of his or her body weight, up to a maximum of 32 ounces. So a newborn who weighs 7lbs will require between 14-21 ounces per day, while a four-month-old who weighs 14lbs will require between 28-32 ounces. Flexibility is key; after all, we stop eating when we’re full, and we continue eating if we’re not yet satisfied. Babies’ appetites increase and decrease according to their activity level, the time of day and how well they are, and even the climate can be a contributing factor. Unless your baby is consuming way too much or way too little, keep in mind the natural fluctuations in appetite and remember that they are normal. If your baby regularly fails to finish a feed that’s appropriate for his a
