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.