Allow plenty of rest for your baby and yourself. Babies eat frequently some as often as every one to two hours until their stomachs grow large enough to handle more food at one time. Frequent feedings may help the baby to develop better sleep patterns. Don't be surprised if your baby needs to be fed several times during the night at first. As for schedules, those are usually something other people's babies are on.
Newborns are unpredictable.
Save your energy if you are trying to get a newborn on schedule right away. Beside nourishment, breastfeeding may give babies immunity against infections caused by many viruses. Breastfeeding also gives mother and baby a chance to bond. But a genuine desire to breastfeed is important to its success. Check with your pediatrician or health care provider for advice and support.