Baby Feeding Schedules by Age
Age-specific feeding schedules and guidelines for breastfeeding, formula feeding, and introducing solids. Based on AAP (American Academy of Pediatrics) recommendations.
Formula Calculator
Calculate daily formula needs based on your baby's weight. General guideline: 2.5 oz per pound per day.
3.8 oz per feeding (8 feedings/day)
Feeding Frequency
Age-appropriate feeding intervals for breast milk, formula, and solids.
Introducing Solids
Timeline and guidelines for starting solid foods following AAP recommendations.
Visual Schedules
24-hour feeding timelines integrated with sleep schedules.
Feeding Guidelines
Breastfeeding
- ✓Feed on demand - typically every 2-3 hours for newborns
- ✓Watch for hunger cues: rooting, hand-to-mouth, fussing
- ✓Expect cluster feeding during growth spurts
- ✓Sessions typically last 15-45 minutes
Formula Feeding
- ✓Follow 2.5 oz per pound per day guideline
- ✓Feed every 3-4 hours, but watch baby's cues
- ✓Discard unused formula after 1-2 hours
- ✓Never microwave bottles - warm in warm water
Introducing Solid Foods Timeline
AAP recommends starting solids around 6 months when baby shows readiness signs.
Watch for readiness signs
Sits with support, shows interest in food, good head control
Start single-ingredient purees
Iron-fortified cereals, pureed vegetables and fruits
Introduce thicker textures
Mashed foods, soft finger foods, protein sources
Advance to table foods
Soft chopped foods, self-feeding, family meals (modified)