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Infant Feeding Guide

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Feeding Your 4-5 Month Old

Before teeth come in, wipe gums with a soft, clean washcloth after each feeding, especially before bed.

Breastfed Infants

  • Breastfeed your baby whenever they show signs of hunger. The nutrient content of your milk will adjust to your growing baby’s needs.
  • When your baby starts teething, they may want to breastfeed more often.
  • Babies love to look around at this age. Try a quiet space or darker room to nurse in if your baby is distracted.

1 oz.

per day

Babies usually gain about 1 ounce per day or ½ lb a week during the first six months.

Formula Fed Infants

4-6 oz.

every

3-4

hours

Your baby needs about 4-6 oz. of iron fortified formula every 3-4 hours, a total of 25-45 oz. per day.

Your baby may start to feed on a schedule. Instead of focusing on fixed amounts, let your baby tell you when they have had enough.