Baby Feeding Guides & Schedules - Motherly
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Baby Feeding Guides & Schedules

How much and how often should baby eat? Our expert-backed feeding schedules dive into the details, from the early weeks to starting solids.

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Actually, you don’t have to pump and dump

Current AAP guidelines state that up to one drink per day is not known to be harmful to the infant.

Updated Jul. 06, 2022
mom feeding baby with a spoon - 8-month-old baby feeding schedule

8-month-old baby feeding schedule & expert advice

No longer a novice with solid foods, your baby should have a pretty well-rounded meal plan these days.

Updated Feb. 14, 2023
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6-month-old baby feeding schedule & expert advice

With solid foods now on the menu, feeding your baby is getting more exciting—and messy.

Updated Feb. 14, 2023
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4-month-old baby feeding schedule & expert advice

No matter what method you choose to feed your baby, you are undeniably skilled now at recognizing their cues.

Updated Feb. 14, 2023
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12-week-old feeding baby schedule & amounts

At 12 weeks, feeding your baby should (more or less) be in a comfortable routine. Embrace it!

Updated Feb. 14, 2023
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8-week-old baby feeding schedule & amounts

Around 2 months, your baby may be ready to move into another size of clothes—which is always a bittersweet milestone.

Updated Feb. 16, 2023
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7-week-old baby feeding schedule & amounts

You might start to find your 7-week-old's feeding schedule is becoming easier to manage and anticipate.

Updated Feb. 16, 2023
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4-week-old baby feeding schedule & amounts

Is your 1-month-old ready to start drinking from a bottle? Here's what to know.

Updated Apr. 05, 2022
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3-week-old baby feeding schedule & amounts

Feeding a baby is hard work, mama. Make sure you're taking care of yourself, too.

Updated Feb. 17, 2023
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11-week-old baby feeding schedule & amounts

When it comes to feeding your baby, you get to decide what works best for you.

Updated Feb. 15, 2023
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