FEEDING SUPPORT TOOL
Baby Formula Calculator
Estimate a starting daily formula amount from your baby’s age, weight, and feeding routine.
Enter the details above.
Formula feeding is individual
Use the calculation as a starting estimate, then follow your baby’s hunger and fullness cues.
What is infant formula?
Infant formula provides nutrition for babies when formula feeding is appropriate. Follow product mixing instructions exactly.
How to use this calculator
Select months and weeks, add a recent weight, and choose the usual number of feeds. The calculator gives a daily estimate and average per feed.
Formula feeding guide
Newborns often take small, frequent feeds. Bottle volume generally rises as babies grow, while feeding frequency gradually spaces out.
Hunger and fullness cues
Rooting and bringing hands to the mouth may signal hunger. Slower sucking or turning away may signal fullness.
Frequently asked questions
Is this a strict target?
Every baby varies. Use this estimate together with feeding cues and clinician guidance.