GuidelinesIMCI
Correct Volumes and Frequency of Feeds (Breastmilk & Formula)
IMCI - Counsel the Mother or Caregiver on Infant and Young Child Feeding
| Age | Weight | Approximate amount of Feed needed in 24 hours | Approximate no. of feeds per day. |
| Birth | 3 kg | 400ml | 8 X 50ml |
| 2 weeks | 3 kg | 400ml | 8 X 50ml |
| 6 weeks | 4 kg | 600ml | 7 X 75ml |
| 10 weeks | 5 kg | 750ml | 6 X 125ml |
| 14 weeks | 6.5 kg | 900ml | 6 X 150ml |
| 4 months | 7 kg | 1050ml | 6 X 175 ml |
| 5 months | 7 kg | 1050ml | 6 X 175 ml |
| 6 months | 8 kg | 1200ml | 6 X 200ml |
| 7 to 12 months | 8 - 9 kg | 1000ml | 4 x 250ml |
NOTE: For formula feeding preparations, advise the caregiver to always use the correct amount of water and formula according to the product instructions.
Overdilution may lead to undernutrition and under-dilution may lead to overweight and cause constipation. Always add the water to the bottle before adding formula powder
Integrated Management of Childhood Illness 2022; Young Infant (Birth up to 2 months); Counsel the Mother or Caregiver on Infant and Young Child Feeding (Birth up to 2 months); Correct Volumes and Frequency of Feeds
Last checked for updates: June 2023