how many ounces of milk should a baby have
To determine your baby's daily formula intake range, multiply your baby's weight in pounds by two. This is the lower end of how many ounces he needs in a 24-hour period. Then multiply his weight by 2.5. This is the upper range of ounces required within 24 hours. For example, a 12-pound baby would likely need 24 to 30 ounces in a 24-hour period. To determine how many ounces per bottle, divide those amounts by the number of feedings your baby takes per day. In this example, if your baby is taking 6 bottles in 24 hours, he would need approximately 4- to 5-ounce bottles.