GUIDE
Every 2–3 hours, 8–12 times a day. Yes, really. Here's what that looks like in practice.
A week-by-week breakdown for the first 3 months — whether you're breastfeeding, formula feeding, or doing both.
| Week | Formula | Breastfeeding | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Week 1 | 1–2 oz every 2–3 hrs | 8–12 sessions, 10–20 min/side | Colostrum is liquid gold — and it's plenty. Baby's stomach is the size of a marble. |
| Week 2 | 2–3 oz every 3 hrs | 8–12 sessions, 15–20 min/side | Should be back to birth weight. Your milk is officially in. |
| Weeks 3–4 | 3–4 oz every 3 hrs | 8–10 sessions, 15–20 min/side | Growth spurt time — baby might eat nonstop for a day or two. Totally normal. |
| Weeks 5–6 | 3–4 oz every 3–4 hrs | 7–9 sessions, 10–15 min/side | Surprise, another growth spurt around 6 weeks. Hang in there. |
| Weeks 7–8 | 4–5 oz every 3–4 hrs | 7–8 sessions | Baby's getting faster at eating — finally. |
| Month 2–3 | 4–5 oz every 3–4 hrs | 6–8 sessions | You might get a 3–5 hour stretch at night. Sweet, sweet progress. |
You'll notice growth spurts pop up a few times in those early weeks. Our baby growth spurt guide covers every window and what to expect when your baby's appetite suddenly goes into overdrive.
Breastfeeding, bottle, or combo — log each session in a few taps and watch your baby's daily pattern take shape on its own.
Heads up — these are rough examples, not a rulebook. Every baby is different. Follow their hunger cues, not the clock.
