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How Much Milk Do Babies Need?

Breastfed babies consume smaller quantities of milk when compared to those fed on formula milk.

According to research, a newborn baby typically needs 8-12 feeds during the first few weeks after birth (2). The milk intake of the baby may increase after five days to a month.

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Thereafter, it remains almost constant for up to six months. After about a month, the average intake of breast milk remains at an average of 25oz (750ml) per day up to about five months of age (3). Depending on the number of times your baby feeds every day, you can determine the amount of milk that needs to be expressed per bottle/ per feed.

So, if your baby feeds nine times a day, the average amount of milk per feed would be around 2.78oz (83.33ml).

According to Dr. Cindy Rubin, a pediatrician and breastfeeding specialist, “It is important to note that some babies land outside the typical ranges, and therefore, all mothers should still use their best judgment, observe the baby’s cues, and follow the pediatrician

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