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24 Month Old (2 Year Old) Feeding Schedule
At 2 years, toddlers eat 3 meals and 2 snacks per day, plus 16 oz whole milk. Eating habits are more independent.
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Frequency
3 meals + 2 snacks
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Ounces/Feeding
4-6 oz
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Daily Total
16 oz milk + 3 meals + 2 snacks
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Solids
3 meals + 2 snacks
24-Hour Feeding Timeline
7:30 AM
Breakfast + milk
9:30 AM
Morning snack
12:00 PM
Lunch + milk
3:00 PM
Afternoon snack
5:30 PM
Dinner + milk
Sample Daily Routine
7:30 AM
Breakfast
Cereal, banana, milk
9:30 AM
Morning snack
Yogurt, berries
12:00 PM
Lunch
Quesadilla, veggies, milk
3:00 PM
Afternoon snack
Apple slices, peanut butter
5:30 PM
Family dinner
Balanced meal with protein, veggie, grain
Feeding Tips for This Age
- ✓Transition to 2% or low-fat milk at 2 years (if approved by pediatrician)
- ✓Encourage self-feeding with utensils and drinking from open cup
- ✓Offer balanced meals from all food groups
- ✓Set regular meal and snack times to establish routine
- ✓Eat meals together as a family when possible
- ✓Continue to be patient with picky eating - it may persist
- ✓Limit juice and sweet drinks - offer water between meals
- ✓Make mealtimes pleasant without pressure to clean plate
Medical Disclaimer: This information is provided as-is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult with your pediatrician about your baby's specific feeding needs. Every baby is unique and may require different amounts or schedules.